| Location | Whiteriver, Arizona |
WHITE MOUNTAIN APACHE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES, INC.
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION: LIVING WITH PURPOSE GED INSTEUCTOR
CLASSIFICATION CODE: EXEMPT FULL TIME
DEPARTMENT: LIVING WITH PURPOSE
REPORTS TO: LIVING WITH PURPOSE PROGRAM MANAGER
STATEMENT OF JOB:The GED instructor is responsible for delivering structured instruction to participants seeking their General Educational Development (GED) credential. This role supports
participants in building foundational academic skills while promoting consistency,
accountability, and confidence. The GED instructor plays a key role in aligning education
services with ABHS program goals, including the Living with Purpose (LWP) program, by
supporting participant progress, documenting outcomes, and maintaining a structured
and engaging learning environment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Instruction and Facilitation
Deliver daily GED instruction in subjects including Math, Science, Language Arts, and Social Studies
Develop and implement structured lesson plans aligned with GED testing standards
Adapt teaching strategies to meet varying learning levels and needs
Maintain an engaging, respectful, and supportive classroom environment
Create lesson plans and modify accordingly throughout the year.
Integrate competencies, goals and objectives in lesson plans
Utilize curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served.
Work with Program Manager to ensure program objectives are met.
Establish and communicate clear objectives for learning activities.
Assess students' readiness to take exams.
Help students prepare and study for GED exams.
Develop professional relationships with other programs, departments, andcommunity stakeholders.
Build rapport with participants while maintaining professional boundaries
Monitor participant progress and provide individualized support
Encourage consistency, attendance, and goal setting
Identify barriers to learning and communicate concern appropriately
Support participants in developing soft skills such as communication, time management, and accountability, as it relates to program participation
Reinforce workplace readiness behaviors aligned with LWP expectations
Collaborate with Career Coaches to support participant engagement and progress, while maintaining primary responsibility for academic instruction
Identify participant barriers and communicate with appropriate staff for support and referrals
Other Duties as assigned.
Documentation & Reporting
Track attendance daily and ensure accuracy in reporting systems
Document participant progress, session outcomes, and educational milestones
Maintain up to date records in computer management maintenance system (CMMS)
Submit reports in a timely and consistent manner
Program Alignment & Collaboration
Align instructions with ABHS program structure and expectations
Collaborate with LWP staff, case managers, leadership, and outside stakeholders
Participate in team meetings and contribute professionally
Support referrals and intake processes as needed
Provide instructional support across multiple LWP/GED sites as needed, including travel to assist participants and deliver instruction
Work in coordination with Career Coaches to align educational progress with participant employment and personal development goals
Classroom Structure & Accountability
Maintain a consistent daily schedule, including breaks and instructional blocks
Enforce program expectations and classroom guidelines
Ensure a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment
NOTE: Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472 and 473).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The physical characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Constant: standing. Frequent: repetitive use of hand, walking, standing, bending neck and waist, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting neck and waist, simple grasping of left and right hand, power grasping right and left hand, fine manipulation right and left hand, pushing and pulling right and left hand, reaching above shoulder level, reaching below shoulder level, lifting objects weighing up to 25 pounds from below the waist to a height of 3 feet.
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The employment is considered “at will” and agree that my employment can be terminated with or without cause and with or without notice at any time at the option of either me or the company.