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This position is central to the missionaries' role to 'Invite others to come unto Christ by helping them receive the restored gospel through faith in Jesus Christ and His Atonement, repentance, baptism, receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost, and enduring to the end.' Teachers are an entry support level individual contributor that helps train missionaries in a variety of settings and topics. Training may include language skills, gospel doctrine/Preach My Gospel instruction, and missionary skill development. Teachers may train both junior and senior missionaries before they enter the MTC, while at the MTC and after leaving the MTC. They follow an approved curriculum and may be selected to participate in pilots and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Reports to trainer or supervisor level in Training department.
• Provides instruction, direction, counsel, and feedback to missionaries in the following training settings: one-on-one coaching, small group facilitation, large group workshops, and monitoring Canvas participation and discussion boards
• Plans and prepares lessons following approved curriculum in coordination with a companion teacher (when applicable) to meet missionary’s needs
• Directs missionaries in planning and accounting for their learning.
• Implements direction and training from the Teacher Trainer/Supervisor, Manager of Training, and Senior Manager of Training. 
• Attends weekly training meetings and participate in co-teacher meetings
• Assists area leadership in coordinating with mission and Missionary Department leadership, as requested.
• Reports on needs and progress of assigned tasks to leadership.
• Coaches missionaries in preparation for and during practice and live lessons
• May be asked to assist in assessing the proficiency level of missionaries and teacher applicants in the target language.
• May take on additional responsibilities as an Actor to role-play as a non-member interested in learning about The Church of Jesus Christ
• May take on additional responsibilities as a Training Area Assistant, as hours allow
• May include other temporary assigned duties at the MTC (e.g. assisting with Mission Leadership Seminar)

Qualifications

Required:

• Must be a returned missionary
• Fluency in specified second language (for language teaching positions)
• Outstanding coaching, facilitation, and training skills and abilities
• Knowledge and understanding of Preach My Gospel
• Excellent interpersonal, prioritizing, professionalism, and leadership skills 
• Self-motivated and able to work well with people
• Willing to receive and implement feedback
• Understanding of effective language-learning strategies (for language teaching positions)
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate (verbal and written) in English and second language (for language teaching positions; non-verbal communication for ASL teachers)
• To successfully perform the essential functions of the job, there may be physical requirements which need to be met such as sitting or standing for long periods of time and using monitors/equipment.

Preferred:

• MTC classroom teaching or tutoring experience
• Experience with online interactions including chat, video conference, etc.

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The successful candidate will direct and coordinate all Welfare and Self-Reliance activities and help those who are in need, willing to be worthy, and willing to work to provide for themselves and their families the temporal and spiritual necessities of life, or self-reliance. Reports to and receives strategic and operational guidance from the Area Welfare/Self-Reliance Manager. The candidate will support leaders in addressing many welfare self-reliance needs of members by traveling throughout the defined service area, developing and cultivating contacts and relationships of influence with employers, educational, self-employment and other community resources.

Responsibilities

• Support Church leaders in implementing and maintaining self-reliance initiatives, including setting goals, training group facilitators, and providing ongoing evaluation and materials. 
• Facilitate general and specialized welfare and self-reliance training for local Church leaders and collaborating community organizations, covering new leader onboarding, resource updates, digital tools, and other relevant topics. 
• Travel throughout the defined service area, build and maintain strong relationships with employers, educational institutions, government agencies, community organizations, and self-employment networks to ensure access to resources that meet local needs.
•  Act as the primary point of contact for local leaders regarding urgent welfare needs, preventative efforts, and emergency or humanitarian requests. 
• Provide technical training, mentorship, and ongoing support to ward and stake self-reliance specialists. 
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of self-reliance tools, resources, and services, ensuring continuous improvement. 
• Complete administrative duties including regular progress and expense reports, along with other assigned responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current / valid temple recommend 
• Bachelor’s Degree (master’s degree preferred) in business, sales, marketing or related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience 
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience including demonstrated success working with mid- to upper level management and with entrepreneurial start-ups, sales, marketing, or other business development roles 
• Demonstrated abilities to train large groups of people and to develop others in coaching/mentoring relationship Leadership experience including application and understanding of welfare principles and the ability to properly influence Priesthood and Relief Society leaders 
• Knowledge of laws and government regulations pertaining to employment and labor standards 
• Must have a high level of analytical and creative skills, the ability to communicate complex ideas verbally and in writing 
• Willingness to travel extensively and work in a mobile office 
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work independently and as a team member to achieve organizational and customer goals 
• Demonstrated ability to professionally present self through in-person interactions, verbal, and written communication 
• Must possess strong financial and business acumen and must be proficient in the use of computers and associated packages and MS Programs 
• Has a valid driver's license with the ability to obtain a passport if/when necessary