Cedar City - Groups Instructor

School Year: 2026 - 2027

Location: Cedar City, UT

Job Summary: The Groups Instructor provides reading, math, and spelling instruction to K–6 students in small, ability-based groups. The instructor delivers instruction based on student needs, supports students with special education accommodations, and maintains accurate academic records to support student progress and success

Duties & Responsibilities:
The position includes but is not limited to the following list of representative duties:

• Teach reading, math, and spelling to small groups of students based on ability and academic needs

• Provide instruction to groups averaging 10–15 students

• Support students with special education needs and accommodations

• Maintain accurate student grades, academic records, and special education data as applicable

• Follow established instructional schedules and lesson expectations

• Assist with supervision during lunch, recess, transitions, and assemblies as needed

• Maintain a positive, structured, and supportive learning environment

• Participate in training, coaching, and professional development to strengthen instructional practices

• Other duties as assigned

Schedule:

• Typical schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm; Thursday: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (hours may vary based on campus)

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, and participation in a 401(k) match

• Up to 5 days PTO

• School and Summer breaks off

• Priority enrollment for daycare and school age children

• Professional development and alternate paths to licensure

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Energetic, enthusiastic, and committed to student success

• Ability to accept constructive criticism and make necessary adjustments

• Able to work well in a teamwork environment, including participation in a coaching model for teaching

• Fluent in spoken and written English

• Ability to follow schedules and established instructional procedures

• Ability to demonstrate effective classroom management skills

• Strong communication, organization, and recordkeeping skills

• Ability to support students with varying academic abilities and learning needs

Education and Experience:

• A college degree is not required

• Successful candidates must meet highly qualified status in one of the following ways:

  • Earned an Associate Degree

  • Earned 48 college credit hours

  • Successfully complete a basic academic skills (ParaPro) exam or Project Para Modules within two weeks of hire

• Training and coaching will be provided to help instructors become confident in their job responsibilities

• Experience working with elementary-age students is preferred