Why join us? Realize your vision: Use your experience to help shape Portland Opportunities Industrialization + Rosemary Anderson High School (POIC+RAHS), a multi-faceted agency with roots in workforce development that provides wide-ranging services meant to promote stronger attachments between disenfranchised youth, their families, and the wider community.

Work with an amazing team: Be a part of a fast-growing organization. Join a talented staff dedicated to the mission of educating and supporting youth through the age of 25.

Impact your community: Be a part of an innovative and holistic program which houses a range of wrap-around services aimed at stabilizing families and strengthening the community through education, crisis intervention, community monitoring, case management and personal growth support.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position: Pre-Apprenticeship Instructor Location: Northwest College of Construction and POIC+RAHS Benefits: Full benefits package Hours: Monday through Friday, 6:30 am to 3:00 pm, plus occasional evenings and weekends as

required Reports to: Director of Employment & Training Salary: $42,000 - $45,000, DOE

Position Summary: POIC+RAHS seeks a Pre-Apprenticeship Instructor to implement an exciting new initiative aimed at creating opportunity and building economic success for low-income young adults of color in Multnomah County. This position is responsible for facilitating a pre-apprenticeship program to prepare youth and young adults for careers in construction and the trades. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in the industry, as well as a passion for youth (ages 18-25), teaching, and mentorship.

.Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Instruction & Training Develop instructional design, curriculum, and implementation plan for new pre-apprenticeship training, in accordance with the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries Apprenticeship and Training Division Create curriculum for 12-week pre-apprenticeship training, incorporating workplace and life skills as well as practical, hands-on activities Provide all instruction and facilitation in culturally competent manner, incorporating an equity lens, to promote the success of trainees of diverse backgrounds and learning styles Model curriculum, classroom lessons and projects on industry standards and expose trainees to wide variety of tools and skills within the industry Build relationships with individual trainees; provide learning environment that promotes respect, hope, and empowerment Teach construction skills and safe and proper use of hand tools, power tools, and equipment through hands-on activities and assignments

Provide opportunities for trainees to explore diverse career options within the trades, both in the classroom and through worksite visits Incorporate construction and trades industry labor information to support trainees in career planning Supervise safe learning environment and ensure documentation of any incidents Monitor individual trainee attendance and performance and address concerns, successes, and challenges on consistent basis Develop and maintain system to assess and track trainees’ knowledge and skills; provide trainees with ongoing evaluation and feedback Recruit guest presenters to represent diverse career pathways within trades Support trainees with career planning, applications to apprenticeship programs, and job search activities Program Administration Assist with recruitment and screening of cohorts of trainees Ensure successful relationships between POIC and training locations Maintain attendance records and case notes, in accordance with department standards Submit reports, including both data and narrative, in a timely fashion Evaluate program outcomes to inform continuous improvement

Additional Duties ~ as a member of POIC’s Work Opportunities Training department, the Pre-Apprenticeship Instructor will be expected to: Attend departmental meetings, POIC+RAHS staff meetings, ongoing professional development related to our organizational expectations centered on personal growth, leadership, and accountability, and training opportunities Serve as a leader, represent POIC in a positive and professional manner, commit to professional growth and continuous improvement of practice Complete other duties, as assigned

Qualifications & Skills

A passion for POIC+RAHS mission and serving culturally-diverse youth, young adults and their families

Commitment to professional development

Teaching experience, including curriculum development and planning Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations and commitment to safety Must possess a belief in the abilities and potential of youth and young adults Able to demonstrate written and verbal communication in English at minimum satisfaction Proficiency with computers and computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Education & Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required Minimum five years’ experience in construction or related field

Additional Requirements

Successful completion of initial and on-going employment screens, including, but not limited to criminal background, sex offender, drug, abuse and neglect and vehicle record as required

Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and automobile insurance meeting minimum requirements as defined by the organization

All POIC+RAHS staff is required to participate in ongoing professional development related to our organizational expectations centered on personal growth, leadership, and accountability

About POIC + RAHS Established in 1968 as a community-based organization, Portland Opportunities Industrialization Center, Inc. (POIC) has been providing culturally relevant adult workforce training and placement to adults, with an emphasis on people of color. In 1983, Rosemary Anderson High School (RAHS) was founded. Today, POIC+RAHS partners with government agencies, local businesses, and other community-based organizations to provide: 1. Open-door, accredited high school diploma and GED programming

2. Best practice peer, adult, and gang-impacted youth mentoring programs

3. Evidence-based young parent education and case management

4. Leadership development and training opportunities

5. College and career exploration, career coaching, internship opportunities, and job placement

6. Youth and gang violence intervention and prevention services

Mission Statement POIC + RAHS is committed to the future success of at-risk youth through the age of 25, providing the highest quality services in education, mentoring, family outreach, employment training, and placement.

Beliefs We believe all people have value. We believe all people can grow. We believe all people can build and contribute to thriving communities.

Visit our website at www.portlandoic.org

To Apply – Become a Member of Our Team To be considered for this opportunity, submit a cover letter addressing your qualifications for the position and why you are interested in joining the POIC team, 3 professional references, and a resume to jobs@portlandoic.org, with Pre-Apprenticeship Instructor in the subject line. NO phone calls, please.

POIC + RAHS is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.