Employment Opportunities

• Gather classroom materials from existing MRA supplies or purchase within assigned class budget
• Submit reimbursement forms for approved purchases
• Maintain organization and care of classroom materials
• Clean up classroom space between classes and at end of day
• Coordinate shared space use with other Learning Guides

• Supervise students during classes, lunch, outdoor time, and transitions unless scheduled for an unpaid lunch break or other responsibilities.
• Assist with student drop-off and pick-up on assigned days:
• Supervise students or complete assigned jobs 15 minutes before program start time. Arriving as early as needed to be ready for this task. 
• Assist with student pickup or assigned job 10 minutes after program ends
• Maintain classroom management aligned with MRA culture and expectations

• Use assigned messaging platform to communicate with families
• Send course updates at least every other week
• Respond to parent communication in a timely and professional manner
• May attend parent meetings when requested
• Participate in Student Orientation and Teacher Orientation

• Conference with Director before start of year to review class approach and resources
• Complete background check and Mandated Reporter Training (required)
• Complete First Aid/CPR training if required (paid by MRA)
• Attend required staff trainings and orientation sessions
• May attend MRA events as requested

• Learning Guides may teach in one or more of the following programs:
• Homeschool Academy — Tuesdays & Thursdays (30 weeks / 10 months)
• Creative Options — Mondays or Wednesdays (30 weeks / 10 months)
• Half-Day or Single Courses — Special arrangement

(See program calendar for details.)

• Contracted as employees for the full program year
• Starting rate: $16–19/hour for new or single-program Learning Guides
• Higher starting rate may be offered to experienced Learning Guides teaching multiple programs
• Paid monthly on the 5th
• 1 paid sick day per number of teaching days per week
• Up to 1 paid preparation hour per full teaching day (based on course load)

• Learning Guide’s children may receive program placement (if criteria are met)
• Up to 20% tuition discount for children attending during the Learning Guide’s teaching day
• Families may apply for additional program discounts if eligible and funds are available

• Budget creation or financial management beyond assigned class budget
• Student placement decisions
• Policy enforcement beyond classroom scope
• Building maintenance or facilities work
• Administrative enrollment processing

 A classroom environment where:

• Students feel safe, engaged, and inspired
• Learning reflects curiosity, creativity, and the MRA philosophy
• Families feel informed and connected
• Classes are well-prepared, organized, and aligned with program expectations