Japan | MTC Infield Mentor Teacher

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.

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)

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