Hmong Instructor
Stipend: $140.00 per day, up to $3,480, 21-31 hrs per week
Reports to: HESC Program Coordinator
HESC Preparations & Training
June 11 - 13, 2025
*Hours and Days subject to change
HESC Program Details
June 16, 2025 – July 24, 2025
Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Friday* Working hours and days are subject to change for Field Trips and Family Nights
What is the Hmong Enrichment Summer Camp?
In partnership with Twin Rivers Unified School District (TRUSD), the Hmong Enrichment Summer Camp (HESC) is a 6-week summer program promoting Hmong and English language literacy, Hmong American History, and cultural awareness through music, art, and various physical activities. HESC values student learning through fun and structured activities, building relationships with teachers and peers, and embracing language, culture, and diversity.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
This position is an entry-level teaching position. The Hmong Instructor will inspire and prepare every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to the community; and engage in a lifetime of learning. The candidate will lead a classroom of 15-20 students. Additionally, s/he will implement HESC’s curriculum (phonics and literacy) for the appropriate grade levels. The Hmong Instructor must report to the Program Coordinator regarding questions about the curriculum, student assessments, classroom management, and other concerns. The ideal candidate is a passionate and enthusiastic individual with experience and knowledge of the Hmong language and culture who can make this summer memorable for our students.
GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Plan, organize, implement, and instruct age/grade-appropriate language lessons for the selected grade levels of students in the summer program
Plan, organized, implemented, and instructed age/grade-appropriate history, enrichment, and mental wellness lessons for the selected grade levels of students in the summer program
Plan and facilitate small group intervention with students while focusing on individual needs
Keep a record of student attendance and track their progress.
Manage student behavior in the classroom and administer discipline according to classroom policies and administrative regulation
Supervise students, uphold and reinforce administrative regulations throughout the program while building positive relationships with students
Participate in and evaluate the effectiveness of lessons, activities, and events with the Program Coordinator to ensure measurable student learning outcomes.
Participate in inventory, care, and maintenance of facilities and equipment
Provide quality interaction with parents, students, instructional aide, and program coordinator
Inform student’s parents about their children's performance.
Use data to reflect on the effectiveness of lessons and student achievement progress to improve instruction and personal practice.
Participate in weekly site staff meetings and ongoing training opportunities
Perform related duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Desire to work in the classroom, or currently pursuing a teaching credential, or currently possess a teaching credential OR a current college student with at least 48 college units OR a college graduate
Ability to read, write, and speak Hmong and English at a level necessary for planning and implementing curriculum
Submit a TB clearance from a physician or medical facility & fingerprint clearance from the TRUSD before start of work
TO APPLY
Submit resume with one reference and cover letter to hr@hypu.org ATTN: HESC Instructor
Open until filled—submissions reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Hmong Youth and Parents United is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or military or veteran status in accordance with federal law. In addition, Hmong Youth and Parents United complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it maintains facilities. Hmong Youth and Parents United also provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.