Business & Financial Literacy Instructor – K–12 Enrichment

Work Setting: In-person at partner schools and community-based locations
Schedule: Part-time; typically 1–4 instructional hours per week
Typical Program Length: Approximately 8–10 weeks per assignment
Start Dates: Rolling opportunities throughout the school year based on partner schedules
Compensation: Most assignments fall between $50–$65 per instructional hour, although rates vary by assignment. The applicable compensation range for the specific opportunity and geographic location is provided in the posting and/or assignment details.

Share What You Know. Inspire Students.

Concorde Education partners with schools and community organizations to provide engaging enrichment experiences for elementary, middle, and high school students.

We are expanding our network of instructors with experience in business, entrepreneurship, finance, accounting, economics, banking, investing, financial literacy, marketing, or related fields for current and upcoming independent contractor instructional assignments.

Traditional classroom teaching experience is not required for every program. We welcome applicants whose experience may come from business, finance, entrepreneurship, banking, accounting, education, coaching, tutoring, mentoring, youth programs, or other relevant professional settings.

Opportunities vary throughout the year and are offered based on school-partner needs, instructor qualifications, subject expertise, geographic location, and scheduling availability.

Business & Financial Literacy Programs

Depending on the assignment and student grade level, programs may introduce students to topics such as:

Personal budgeting and money management

Saving and financial goal setting

Banking and how financial institutions work

Credit, debt, and responsible borrowing

Understanding interest and compound growth

Needs versus wants and responsible spending

Introduction to investing and financial markets

Entrepreneurship and developing a business idea

Business planning and basic business models

Revenue, expenses, profit, and pricing

Marketing, advertising, and branding

Customer service and communication

Leadership, teamwork, and decision-making

Career exploration in business and finance

Real-world financial decision-making and problem-solving

Specific curriculum, topics, grade levels, and program objectives vary by assignment.

What You'll Do

Depending on the assignment, instructors may:

Deliver engaging, age-appropriate instruction in business, entrepreneurship, finance, and/or financial literacy

Explain business and financial concepts using practical, real-world examples

Lead interactive activities, discussions, simulations, projects, and problem-solving exercises

Help students develop skills related to budgeting, saving, entrepreneurship, business planning, and financial decision-making

Prepare for sessions using provided curriculum, approved lesson plans, or appropriate instructor-developed activities

Adapt instruction for different ages, abilities, learning styles, and levels of prior knowledge

Create a positive, respectful, inclusive, and appropriately supervised learning environment

Maintain appropriate classroom management and student supervision

Follow applicable school policies, site procedures, and program expectations

Communicate professionally with designated school personnel and Concorde Education representatives regarding attendance, scheduling, and program needs

Arrive prepared and on time for all accepted instructional sessions

Instructor Qualifications

Qualified applicants generally have a combination of relevant subject-matter knowledge, experience working with young people, and strong professional skills.

Qualifications may include:

At least 60 completed college credits, or equivalent relevant professional experience when appropriate for the assignment

Professional or academic experience in business, finance, accounting, economics, entrepreneurship, banking, marketing, or a related field

Strong understanding of practical financial concepts and/or fundamental business principles

Experience teaching, coaching, tutoring, instructing, mentoring, presenting, or leading groups

Experience working with children or adolescents in schools, camps, community organizations, youth programs, private instruction, or similar environments

Ability to translate professional or technical concepts into engaging, age-appropriate lessons

Strong communication, leadership, and group-management skills

Dependable, organized, and professional work habits

Relevant professional backgrounds may include business owners, entrepreneurs, financial professionals, bankers, accountants, financial analysts, business consultants, economics or business graduates, marketing professionals, educators, and others with applicable real-world business or financial experience.

Important Position Information

These are part-time, independent contractor instructional opportunities. Specific assignments vary based on school and program needs, including subject matter, location, schedule, grade level, enrollment, and program duration.

Compensation and assignment details are provided before an instructor accepts an assignment.

Submitting an application or completing screening and onboarding does not guarantee an assignment, minimum hours, future work, or continued engagement. Assignment offers may be contingent upon program availability, qualifications, scheduling compatibility, school-partner requirements or approval, and completion of any legally required screening or clearance process.

Applicants should not provide criminal history information unless specifically requested through an applicable, legally compliant screening process.

Equal Opportunity

Concorde Education provides equal opportunity in the selection of independent contractors and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Where applicable, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in accordance with applicable Fair Chance and Ban-the-Box requirements.