Job Purpose

The Automotive & Welding Youth Instructor teaches and mentors youth within Rawhide’s auto and welding programs. This role develops and delivers hands-on, industry-relevant instruction while fostering a therapeutic and engaging learning environment. The instructor is responsible for implementing curriculum, managing classroom behavior, and partnering with treatment teams to ensure the overall job training, personal development, and career readiness of students.

Essential Functions

• Deliver engaging automotive and welding instruction aligned with industry standards to both Rawhide and community youth.
• Develop and adapt curriculum to meet the individualized needs of at-risk youth.
•  Maintain classroom discipline, student attendance, academic records, and performance.
• Support therapeutic goals by collaborating with treatment teams and modeling interventions.
•  Ensure a clean, safe, and professional learning environment that complies with program policies.

Job Responsibilities

• Utilize and adjust curriculum to meet learning objectives, incorporating student feedback and assessments.
• Plan and implement hands-on learning experiences using demonstrations, tools, and technology.
• Maintain classroom inventory, track supply usage, and make cost-effective purchasing decisions.
• Monitor student behavior and attendance, providing guidance and support in a trauma-informed manner.
• Keep accurate academic records, including attendance, grading, and documentation for compliance.
• Communicate regularly with treatment teams, sharing progress updates and addressing concerns.
• Promote the Job Training Program by coordinating with internal staff and community partners.
• Model professional behavior and encourage career readiness skills and values.
• Participate in therapeutic and educational interventions to promote student well-being and life skills.
• Maintain safety standards by following OSHA regulations and internal safety policies.
• Support program growth by recommending improvements and collaborating with Rawhide departments.
• Serve as a mentor and leader in the Project Experience Program (PEP) and assist in the Career Class.
• Maintain Professional and Technical Knowledge
  • Completing required trainings
  • Attending educational workshops
  • Reviewing professional publications
• Establish Personal Networks
  • Participating in professional societies
• Protects the Credibility of the Rawhide Mission
• • Complying with the Rawhide standard of conduct
  • Setting an example, in words and actions, that is consistent with the values and beliefs of Rawhide
• Contributes to Team Effort
  • Performing other duties as directed or assigned by supervisor