{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"79dc040ccb3e970cd9df129f","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/79dc040ccb3e970cd9df129f","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/79dc040ccb3e970cd9df129f","title":"Certificated Alternative Learning Instructor","description":"SKILLSOURCE CERTIFICATED ALTERNATIVE LEARNING INSTRUCTOR\nPOSITION: Certificated Alternative Learning Instructor\nAREA: Chelan and Douglas Counties\nOFFICE: 240 N. Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA 98801\nSALARLY RANGE: $55,584 – $74,724 DOE\nCLASSIFICATION: Full Time, Exempt Employment\nREPORTS TO: Learning Center Supervisor\nPOSITION SUMMARY:\nSkillSource is a mission-driven nonprofit organization that helps people build new careers and businesses build strong teams through skills training, education, and employment opportunities.\nThe ideal candidate for this position is passionate about wanting to make a difference in the lives of older youth, ages 16-21. This person will assist students in realizing their education and employment goals. They will work collaboratively with Learning Center staff to provide instruction which supports multiple pathways for students to realize success, and provide them an on-ramp to post-secondary achievement through competency based, individualized learning.\nThis position is responsible for providing instruction, individualized programming, services, and support to meet the needs of students enrolled in the SkillSource Open Doors and Alternative Learning programs. Both programs reengage disconnected youth in partnership with Wenatchee School District, other local districts, and community agencies. The position supports students working toward their educational and career goals including GED and/or high school diploma throughout a twelve (12) month academic year.\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nRegularly instructs students in basic and vocational skills; moves about the classroom communicating instructional information to individual students or groups of students.\nFrequently operates and manages computer and educational software programs; constantly moves about the classroom exchanging information with students and assisting them with coursework as well as with software and computer problems.\nConsistently organizes and manages physical and human elements to promote a positive learning environment; establishes and communicates clear student conduct expectations and handles student discipline and emergencies.\nDevelops and implements student recognition opportunities.\nCollects and maintains appropriate student records and information; completes, generates and submits student reports that meet federal, state, Wenatchee School District, and local requirements.\nRegularly develops lesson plans and curriculum; researches, develops and instructs student breakout sessions; selects and/or develops and distributes training aids such as instructional material, handouts, evaluation forms and visual aids; sets-up and operates audiovisual equipment.\nFrequently conducts individual assessment and evaluation of students’ overall educational needs; Utilizes the data to develop individual learning plans that include immediate and long-range education goals; continually updates and maintains individual learning plans.\nRegularly meets with students to review educational goals, evaluate progress and provide educational counseling; Sets goals with students and follows up on their progress; coordinates education plans with Career and Training Specialist and other staff.\nOperates and manages learning management systems and other educational software.\nParticipates in staff meetings and on committees. Attends training to maintain and/or improve professional competence.\nNON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nPerforms other duties as assigned.\nREQUIREMENTS, SKILLS & ABILITIES:\nDemonstrated experience teaching basic skills emphasizing math, reading and vocational skills - preferably in an alternative education program.\nProven experience developing positive relationships with at-risk youth and low skilled adults.\nEffectively work as a team member.\nAbility to speak Spanish preferred, but not required.\nExcellent communication (oral and written) and presentation skills.\nProficient computer skills and experience in using Learning Management systems and Microsoft and Google products.\nOutstanding organizational and planning abilities.\nAttention to detail with a strong ability to multitask.\nProfessional and resourceful style with the ability to work independently and as a team player, to take initiative and manage multiple tasks and projects at a time.\nTeach students individually and in a group setting.\nResearch and gather information to develop engaging student learning opportunities.\nEstablish and maintain effective interpersonal relations with SkillSource, administrative staff, service delivery staff and business representatives.\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\nBachelor degree in Education with a valid WA State Teacher Certification and clearly demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties of the position.\nEndorsement Requirements: Must hold at least one of the following.\nValid WA State CTE (Career and Technical Education) endorsement (preferred).\nValid WA State high school endorsement in a core subject area.\nWORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to be present on a regular, reliable, and routine basis. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the Job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low. Work is performed mostly indoors in an office setting with some travel locally and travel throughout North Central Washington.\nEQUIPMENT OPERATED:\nComputer, phone, scanner, calculator, projector, copier, and camera.\nOTHER REQUIREMENTS:\nPersonal transportation, valid Washington State Driver’s License and current automobile insurance.\nCompleted application, cover letter and resume required. To apply, completeapplication and upload cover letter and resume online at https://www.skillsource.org/employment. Position open until filled.\nSkillSource is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.\nPay: $55,584.00 - $74,724.00 per year\nBenefits:\n401(k)\n401(k) matching\nDental insurance\nFlexible schedule\nFlexible spending account\nHealth insurance\nHealth savings account\nLife insurance\nPaid time off\nProfessional development assistance\nRetirement plan\nTuition reimbursement\nWork Location: In person","company":"Skillsource","rawCompany":"skillsource","city":"Wenatchee","state":"WA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-05T14:35:57.676Z","occupations":[{"code":"25-3099.00","title":"Teachers and Instructors, All Other","slug":"teachers-and-instructors-all-other"},{"code":"25-3011.00","title":"Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors","slug":"adult-basic-education-adult-secondary-education-and-english-as-a-second-language-instructors"},{"code":"25-2032.00","title":"Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School","slug":"career-technical-education-teachers-secondary-school"}],"industries":[{"code":"611699","title":"All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction","slug":"all-other-miscellaneous-schools-and-instruction"},{"code":"611519","title":"Other Technical and Trade Schools","slug":"other-technical-and-trade-schools"},{"code":"611110","title":"Elementary and Secondary Schools","slug":"elementary-and-secondary-schools"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Certificated Alternative Learning Instructor","description":"SKILLSOURCE CERTIFICATED ALTERNATIVE LEARNING INSTRUCTOR\nPOSITION: Certificated Alternative Learning Instructor\nAREA: Chelan and Douglas Counties\nOFFICE: 240 N. Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA 98801\nSALARLY RANGE: $55,584 – $74,724 DOE\nCLASSIFICATION: Full Time, Exempt Employment\nREPORTS TO: Learning Center Supervisor\nPOSITION SUMMARY:\nSkillSource is a mission-driven nonprofit organization that helps people build new careers and businesses build strong teams through skills training, education, and employment opportunities.\nThe ideal candidate for this position is passionate about wanting to make a difference in the lives of older youth, ages 16-21. This person will assist students in realizing their education and employment goals. They will work collaboratively with Learning Center staff to provide instruction which supports multiple pathways for students to realize success, and provide them an on-ramp to post-secondary achievement through competency based, individualized learning.\nThis position is responsible for providing instruction, individualized programming, services, and support to meet the needs of students enrolled in the SkillSource Open Doors and Alternative Learning programs. Both programs reengage disconnected youth in partnership with Wenatchee School District, other local districts, and community agencies. The position supports students working toward their educational and career goals including GED and/or high school diploma throughout a twelve (12) month academic year.\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nRegularly instructs students in basic and vocational skills; moves about the classroom communicating instructional information to individual students or groups of students.\nFrequently operates and manages computer and educational software programs; constantly moves about the classroom exchanging information with students and assisting them with coursework as well as with software and computer problems.\nConsistently organizes and manages physical and human elements to promote a positive learning environment; establishes and communicates clear student conduct expectations and handles student discipline and emergencies.\nDevelops and implements student recognition opportunities.\nCollects and maintains appropriate student records and information; completes, generates and submits student reports that meet federal, state, Wenatchee School District, and local requirements.\nRegularly develops lesson plans and curriculum; researches, develops and instructs student breakout sessions; selects and/or develops and distributes training aids such as instructional material, handouts, evaluation forms and visual aids; sets-up and operates audiovisual equipment.\nFrequently conducts individual assessment and evaluation of students’ overall educational needs; Utilizes the data to develop individual learning plans that include immediate and long-range education goals; continually updates and maintains individual learning plans.\nRegularly meets with students to review educational goals, evaluate progress and provide educational counseling; Sets goals with students and follows up on their progress; coordinates education plans with Career and Training Specialist and other staff.\nOperates and manages learning management systems and other educational software.\nParticipates in staff meetings and on committees. Attends training to maintain and/or improve professional competence.\nNON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nPerforms other duties as assigned.\nREQUIREMENTS, SKILLS & ABILITIES:\nDemonstrated experience teaching basic skills emphasizing math, reading and vocational skills - preferably in an alternative education program.\nProven experience developing positive relationships with at-risk youth and low skilled adults.\nEffectively work as a team member.\nAbility to speak Spanish preferred, but not required.\nExcellent communication (oral and written) and presentation skills.\nProficient computer skills and experience in using Learning Management systems and Microsoft and Google products.\nOutstanding organizational and planning abilities.\nAttention to detail with a strong ability to multitask.\nProfessional and resourceful style with the ability to work independently and as a team player, to take initiative and manage multiple tasks and projects at a time.\nTeach students individually and in a group setting.\nResearch and gather information to develop engaging student learning opportunities.\nEstablish and maintain effective interpersonal relations with SkillSource, administrative staff, service delivery staff and business representatives.\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\nBachelor degree in Education with a valid WA State Teacher Certification and clearly demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties of the position.\nEndorsement Requirements: Must hold at least one of the following.\nValid WA State CTE (Career and Technical Education) endorsement (preferred).\nValid WA State high school endorsement in a core subject area.\nWORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to be present on a regular, reliable, and routine basis. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the Job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low. Work is performed mostly indoors in an office setting with some travel locally and travel throughout North Central Washington.\nEQUIPMENT OPERATED:\nComputer, phone, scanner, calculator, projector, copier, and camera.\nOTHER REQUIREMENTS:\nPersonal transportation, valid Washington State Driver’s License and current automobile insurance.\nCompleted application, cover letter and resume required. To apply, completeapplication and upload cover letter and resume online at https://www.skillsource.org/employment. Position open until filled.\nSkillSource is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.\nPay: $55,584.00 - $74,724.00 per year\nBenefits:\n401(k)\n401(k) matching\nDental insurance\nFlexible schedule\nFlexible spending account\nHealth insurance\nHealth savings account\nLife insurance\nPaid time off\nProfessional development assistance\nRetirement plan\nTuition reimbursement\nWork Location: In person","datePosted":"2026-08-05T14:35:57.676Z","dateModified":"2026-08-05T14:35:57.676Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Skillsource","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Wenatchee","addressRegion":"WA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"79dc040ccb3e970cd9df129f"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/79dc040ccb3e970cd9df129f"}}