Financial Literacy Instructor

C E Mitchell Services Foundation Inc is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides tutoring, test prep and financial literacy to students in grades K-12.

This summer, we are offering a comprehensive financial literacy program designed to equip students with essential money management skills and knowledge to succeed in today's complex financial landscape.

Job Description:

We are seeking a dynamic and engaging Financial Literacy Instructor to lead our summer program focused on financial education. The Financial Literacy Instructor will be responsible for developing and delivering interactive and engaging financial literacy workshops and activities for students in grades 4th-8th. The ideal candidate will have a passion for financial education, experience working with youth, and the ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver age-appropriate financial literacy workshops, lessons, and activities for students participating in the summer program.
• Cover topics such as budgeting, saving, banking, credit, investing, entrepreneurship, and other relevant financial concepts.
• Utilize a variety of instructional methods and techniques, including lectures, discussions, group activities, games, and multimedia presentations, to enhance learning outcomes and engagement.
• Adapt curriculum and learning materials to meet the needs and interests of diverse learners, including students from varying backgrounds and skill levels.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages participation, collaboration, and critical thinking.
• Provide one-on-one support and guidance to students as needed, answering questions, clarifying concepts, and offering personalized assistance.
• Monitor and assess student progress and performance, providing feedback and reinforcement to support their learning and development.
• Collaborate with program staff, parents/guardians, and community partners to promote financial literacy initiatives and to ensure the success of the summer program.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of teaching experience
• Experience teaching math and/or social studies
• Experience in teaching teaching middle and high school students
• Strong knowledge of personal finance concepts and principles, with the ability to effectively communicate complex financial topics to students.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with and engage youth.
• Enthusiasm for working with students and a passion for empowering young people to become financially literate and responsible.
• Creativity, adaptability, and the ability to develop engaging and interactive lesson plans and activities.
• Experience working with diverse populations and a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & MINDSETS

• Commitment to the vision, mission, and values of C E Mitchell Services Foundation
• Knowledge and understanding of finance
• Good judgment and sense of personal responsibility
• Professionalism and ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage several tasks and projects at once in a rapidly changing environment
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Starts at $30.00 per hour

Schedule:

• June 9th- July 11th
• Monday-Friday
• 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM