Job Description
About Skilled US:
Phalen Leadership Academies and Skilled US work together as a united, community-rooted team to connect education to family-sustaining careers. Through PLA’s K–12 schools and Skilled US’s brick-and-mortar adult education campus on the east side of Indianapolis, we provide rigorous instruction, industry-aligned training, and
holistic wraparound support so students and adult learners can start, restart, or advance meaningful careers. Together, we are boldly student-first and relentlessly responsive to labor-market demand, guided by shared values: Students First, Respect, Determination, Continuous Improvement, and Gratitude. We move with urgency, partner deeply with employers and communities, and measure success by the long-term outcomes of the scholars and families we serve.
Position Summary SkilledUS, is seeking a dedicated and reliable
CTE & Adult Education Substitute to support our career and technical education programs and adult education pathways. This role ensures continuity of instruction across CTE pathways such as Advanced Manufacturing, Construction, IT, Education, and other skilled trades, as well as adult education programming, including GED preparation, ELL, and Integrated Education and
Training (IET) courses. This position is ideal for individuals who are committed to helping students and adults
learners explore hands-on career options and thrive in a safe, structured, career-focused learning environment.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities Classroom Instruction & Student Support - Provide substitute coverage for CTE instructors and adult education instructors during scheduled or unscheduled absences.
- Deliver lesson plans provided by lead instructors and maintain instructional continuity across both CTE and adult education classrooms.
- Support hands-on lab activities in technical classrooms while enforcing safety protocols.
- Facilitate adult education instruction (e.g., GED prep, ELL, foundational literacy/numeracy) as needed, following lead instructor materials and lesson plans.
- Maintain an orderly classroom environment and promote positive student and adult learner behavior.
- Assist with attendance, transitions, and overall student/learner engagement.
Career & Technical Program Support - Support proper use of tools, equipment, and materials in labs and workshops.
- Reinforce industry safety standards and SkilledUS expectations.
- Assist with student skill development, technical vocabulary, and professionalism.
- Support adult learners in building foundational academic skills alongside career readiness.
- Work collaboratively with SkilledUS and school staff to meet program goals across all pathways.
Administrative & Organizational Duties - Accurately clock in/out and adhere to required time-tracking procedures.
- Communicate proactively with school leaders and SkilledUS program staff regarding classroom needs across both CTE and adult education settings.
- Complete required safety trainings and relevant CTE and adult education instructional compliance modules.
Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree, trade school credential, or industry certification preferred.
- An Indiana CTE State Teacher Permit or CTE Workplace Specialist license is a strong plus.
- Experience or familiarity with adult education instruction (GED, ELL, WIOA Title II programming) is a plus.
Schedule - Part-time role: up to 32 hours per week
- Weekly schedule aligned with school hours, events available if desired
- Summer hours available
- Hourly compensation based on experience and CTE credentials
About James & Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy & Skilled US Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is dedicated to ensuring that every student, regardless of background, receives a high-quality, equitable education. Skilled US delivers industry-aligned career pathways that prepare students for employment and postsecondary success.
The Substitute role plays a vital role in ensuring students receive consistent, high-quality support in their technical programs.
Core Competencies - Mission-Driven: Every decision you make is centered on student success.
- Entrepreneurial Spirit: You take ownership, act with urgency, and turn ideas into action.
- Results-Oriented: You set ambitious goals and inspire teams to exceed them.
- Collaborative Leadership: You build trust across diverse teams and
- partnerships.
- Adaptability: You pivot fast, learn faster, and lead change with confidence.
- Detail-Oriented: You ensure compliance without sacrificing creativity or
- outcomes.
Work Environment - This is an in-person role at our physical high school and career success center in Indianapolis.
Our Core Values: - Student First - work to ensure that all interactions and decisions put our scholar first
- Respect - Treat others as you would like to be treated
- Determination - With hard work and superior effort, we can achieve all things
- Continuous Improvement - try to get better and better every day
- Gratitude - Demonstrate gratefulness for all that we have done and the opportunity to serve our scholars and communities
PLA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Please read carefully.
Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is an equal opportunity employer. PLA does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service.
By completing this application you understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for PLA to hire me. If hired, I understand that either PLA or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of PLA has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.
You attest by applying to this position that you have given PLA true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize PLA to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Part time, Summer work, Local area, Immediate start