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Classroom Facilitator (Teaching Assistant) - Pahokee, FL
Who is Persevere?
Persevere is a national 501(c)3 non-profit organization committed to decreasing recidivism and increasing successful reentry and transition for men and women involved in the criminal justice system. To accomplish this, Persevere offers a customizable, comprehensive program for criminal-justice involved individuals to develop meaningful job skills and gain successful access to the labor market. These services include software coding classes; job readiness and employability instruction, including life skills and financial education; work experience; job search and job placement; entrepreneurship training; and for some, a residential transition program.
National data shows recidivism rates are highest among those who are unemployed. Criminal justice involved men and women have long struggled to find employment upon release. They have an immediate disadvantage because of their criminal justice involvement, and must compete with non-offenders for unskilled, low-paying jobs. Even when they are successful at finding a job, keeping it is another challenge. As a result, many are unable to comply with the conditions of parole and end up back in prison.
Real Hope, Valuable Skills, & Meaningful Opportunity
Job Overview
The Classroom Facilitator works inside the prison classroom at Florida State Prison in Pahokee, Florida, supporting Persevere students as they progress through the Persevere Coding Curriculum under the guidance of a remote instructor. This is a full-time, exempt position with excellent benefits. This position requires the ability to pass our client's background check and drug screen.
Job Responsibilities
Classroom Management
Sign for keys and radio (if required)
Open classroom daily
Take Attendance
Order meals for class (as required)
Conduct count/outcount procedures (as required)
Ensure the classroom is safe and secure and students adhere to policy
Manage the day to day operations of the classroom
Technical Support
Ensure setup of A/V equipment for remote instruction and outside guest speakers
Troubleshoot technical issues that may arise and direct issue to appropriate staff member
Use Vant4gePoint (or other designated data system) to track participant progress
Participant Support
Develop a relationship of trust with each student
Monitor the attitude, effort, and stress of participants and provide feedback to program management
Provide individualized support to students as needed
Program Support
Maintain a positive relationship with facility staff
Communicate classroom status and needs to program management in a timely manner
Communicate with the Instructor, Case Manager, Technology Employment Specialist in a timely manner
Input progress notes on participants to share with case management team
Assist in the presentation of Career Readiness materials
Assist in the presentation of Reentry documentation for participants
Recruitment
Maintain understanding of student eligibility criteria
Participate in recruitment of students
Review applications for completeness, accuracy, and eligibility
Assist with coordination of interviews
Instruction
Familiar with PCC, Persevere Plus and Career Readiness Curriculum
Maintain accurate records of student progress
Teach Intro to Tech
Teach Career Readiness
Maintain competency in each major PCC module
Grade assessments and assignments as required
Serve as classroom instructor in their absence
Provide feedback on curriculum development and platform development
Personal
Participate in required training for the facility
Complete corporate training on a timely basis
Actively participate in all staff meetings
Accurately complete timesheet as required
Participate in cross training of Persevere staff
Interact with staff and student sin a trauma-informed, racially-equitable, and gender-responsive manner
Qualifications

• 1-2 years of coding experience
• Teaching tech experience highly desirable.
• Reliability and the ability to report to work daily.
• Reliable transportation to and from the work site.
• Ability to work while intermittently sitting and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to work independently and effectively with a diverse group of students.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organizational skills.

We highly value

• Passion for and responsibility to the customer/partner
• Must be self-starting, hardworking and inquisitive
• Leadership through innovation in everything you do
• Passion for what you do and being self-reflective to improve
• Relentless commitment to win
• Personal and corporate integrity