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Business Instructor Contractor - HAP Academy OIC

Posted on 2024-11-06 4:31:52 PM

Listing expires 2024-11-13 12:00:00 AM

Position Title: Business Instructor Contractor Location: HAP Academy OIC, 240 Plato Blvd, St Paul, MN 55107 Reports to: Director of Education and Workforce Development Position Overview: Hmong American Partnership (HAP) Academy OIC is seeking a dedicated and experienced Business Instructor to join our team. The Business Instructor will be responsible for delivering comprehensive classroom and hands-on training in Microsoft Office Specialist (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) courses, Entrepreneurship, Computerized Accounting, and Social Media Marketing courses to prepare students for certification and successful employment in office settings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business, a passion for teaching, and the ability to support students from diverse cultural and educational backgrounds. Key Responsibilities: * Create Business Program: Create Curriculum, work with HAP Academy OIC leadership to complete application for licensure with Minnesota Office of Higher Education, or other accrediting bodies. * Teach Business Courses: Deliver classroom instruction on Microsoft Office Specialist certifications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Entrepreneurship, Computerized Accounting, and Social Media Marketing. Ensure the curriculum aligns with industry standards and certification requirements. * Hands-On Training: Provide practical, hands-on training in class. Supervise students in simulated and real-world environments to develop their practical skills. * Curriculum Development: Develop and update course materials, lesson plans, quizzes, and exams in accordance with certification guidelines and HAP Academy’s instructional standards. * Student Assessment: Evaluate students' performance through exams, practical tests, and classroom participation. Track and document students' progress, providing feedback and additional support as needed. * Prepare Students for Certification: Guide students through the certification process, ensuring they meet all requirements for Microsoft and QuickBooks, or similar certification exams. * Support Student Success: Provide mentorship and support to students, helping them overcome challenges and successfully complete the program. Offer guidance on job search strategies and career advancement in the field. * Compliance and Safety: Ensure that all instruction and hands-on training meet health and safety standards. * Classroom Management: Maintain a positive and engaging learning environment, managing classroom dynamics effectively and ensuring that all students feel supported and encouraged to succeed. * Collaboration and Reporting: Work closely with other instructors and program staff to ensure seamless delivery of the program. Participate in regular team meetings, reporting on student progress and program outcomes. Qualifications: * Certification: Microsoft Office Specialist or equivalent national certification required, or the ability to complete certification prior to the start of classes. * Experience: Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in an office environment. Prior teaching or training experience preferred. * Education: Bachelors degree in education and/or a business-related field preferred. Additional certifications in education or related areas are a plus. Masters Degree Preferred. * Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to students from diverse backgrounds. * Cultural Competency: Experience working with immigrant, refugee, and underserved populations is highly desired. Work Environment: The Business Instructor will work in a classroom setting, with modern, updated education technology. This position requires a high level of interaction with students, so the candidate must be comfortable working in a collaborative, hands-on learning environment. Compensation: Competitive salary, commensurate with experience. Apply Here : https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=99005&clientkey=019B6730D78694B5CE21EAD1746D8A67<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.paycomonline.net%2Fv4%2Fats%2Fweb.php%2Fjobs%2FViewJobDetails%3Fjob%3D99005%26clientkey%3D019B6730D78694B5CE21EAD1746D8A67&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7Cb3fa15175c9e483a758a08dcfeb2cd17%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638665291125802807%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=fsZwsIUbT8QhYLxvoi1EmmWHI4D4gMBU4BN8vNBlsLA%3D&reserved=0> Richard Xiong Human Resources Coordinator Direct: (651) 495 1608 Email: Richardx@hmong.org [HAP_LogoFinal (with W - Resize)][cid:image002.jpg@01DB3069.5D275640] ______________________________________________ 150 West Sycamore Street Saint Paul, MN 55117 Main Phone: 651-495-1608 Fax: 651-291-8139 Follow us: Facebook<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FHmongAmericanPartnership%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7Cb3fa15175c9e483a758a08dcfeb2cd17%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638665291125829851%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=CYgJPhTS%2BAzRPNP9vWrq17yPKK8JQABHQFN8CYJpUUI%3D&reserved=0> | Twitter<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Fhap_mn%3Flang%3Den&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7Cb3fa15175c9e483a758a08dcfeb2cd17%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638665291125850901%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=QzenKxz%2Bhng%2Bt%2Bn5giYoxNhqCUTaVoI4IbDkMSiADIs%3D&reserved=0> | LinkedIn<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Fhmong-american-partnership%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7Cb3fa15175c9e483a758a08dcfeb2cd17%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638665291125871501%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=NRwvbnzfqLtckPf%2FBT12LnogdR7SmfFEHLrQXZAzmdo%3D&reserved=0>

Position Title: Business Instructor Contractor
Location: HAP Academy OIC, 240 Plato Blvd, St Paul, MN 55107
Reports to: Director of Education and Workforce Development

Position Overview:

Hmong American Partnership (HAP) Academy OIC is seeking a dedicated and experienced Business Instructor to join our team. The Business Instructor will be responsible for delivering comprehensive classroom and hands-on training in Microsoft Office Specialist (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) courses, Entrepreneurship, Computerized Accounting, and Social Media Marketing courses to prepare students for certification and successful employment in office settings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business, a passion for teaching, and the ability to support students from diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities:

Create Business Program: Create Curriculum, work with HAP Academy OIC leadership to complete application for licensure with Minnesota Office of Higher Education, or other accrediting bodies.
Teach Business Courses: Deliver classroom instruction on Microsoft Office Specialist certifications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Entrepreneurship, Computerized Accounting, and Social Media Marketing. Ensure the curriculum aligns with industry standards and certification requirements.
Hands-On Training: Provide practical, hands-on training in class. Supervise students in simulated and real-world environments to develop their practical skills.
Curriculum Development: Develop and update course materials, lesson plans, quizzes, and exams in accordance with certification guidelines and HAP Academy’s instructional standards.
Student Assessment: Evaluate students' performance through exams, practical tests, and classroom participation. Track and document students' progress, providing feedback and additional support as needed.
Prepare Students for Certification: Guide students through the certification process, ensuring they meet all requirements for Microsoft and QuickBooks, or similar certification exams.
Support Student Success: Provide mentorship and support to students, helping them overcome challenges and successfully complete the program. Offer guidance on job search strategies and career advancement in the field.
Compliance and Safety: Ensure that all instruction and hands-on training meet health and safety standards.
Classroom Management: Maintain a positive and engaging learning environment, managing classroom dynamics effectively and ensuring that all students feel supported and encouraged to succeed.
Collaboration and Reporting: Work closely with other instructors and program staff to ensure seamless delivery of the program. Participate in regular team meetings, reporting on student progress and program outcomes.

Qualifications:

Certification: Microsoft Office Specialist or equivalent national certification required, or the ability to complete certification prior to the start of classes.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in an office environment. Prior teaching or training experience preferred.
Education: Bachelors degree in education and/or a business-related field preferred. Additional certifications in education or related areas are a plus. Masters Degree Preferred.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to students from diverse backgrounds.
Cultural Competency: Experience working with immigrant, refugee, and underserved populations is highly desired.

Work Environment:

The Business Instructor will work in a classroom setting, with modern, updated education technology. This position requires a high level of interaction with students, so the candidate must be comfortable working in a collaborative, hands-on learning environment.

Compensation:

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.

Apply Here : https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=99005&clientkey=019B6730D78694B5CE21EAD1746D8A67

Richard Xiong

Human Resources Coordinator

Direct: (651) 495 1608

Email: Richardx@hmong.org