High School Pre-Employment Transitions Instructor

About the role

Inspire Students to Build Their Future at Community Workforce Solutions, where you'll lead engaging classroom instruction for high school students with disabilities. In this role, you'll design and deliver lessons that prepare students for employment, post-secondary education, independent living, and lifelong success while building meaningful relationships with students, schools, and community partners throughout the Nash County, Wilson, and Louisburg areas.

For over 60 years, Community Workforce Solutions has been helping individuals with disabilities achieve greater independence through employment, education, and community inclusion. We partner with schools, families, employers, and local communities to create opportunities that empower people to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging instruction for students ages 14-22 participating in Pre-Employment Transitions Services (Pre-ETS)
• Teach lessons focused on the five required areas of Pre-ETS:
  • Job Exploration Counseling
  • Work-Based Learning Experiences
  • Workplace Readiness Training
  • Instruction in Self-Advocacy
  • Postsecondary Education Counseling
• Adapt instruction to meet a variety of learning styles and student needs
• Foster student confidence, independence, and workplace readiness
• Collaborate with facilitators, school personnel, and community partners
• Travel between multiple high schools throughout Nash County, Wilson, and Louisburg areas
• Maintain documentation and program records

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Exceptional Children, Education, Rehabilitation, or a related field preferred (equivalent experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities will be considered)
• Experience teaching, training, or facilitating instruction
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills
• Valid North Carolina driver's license with a driving record that meets agency standards
• Ability to travel between school sites throughout Nash County, Wilson, and Louisburg areas
• Ability to successfully complete a background check and drug screening

Physical Requirements

• Lift 10-25 pounds
• Sit, stand, and move throughout the school day

Pay

$21.00 - $22.50/hour

Benefits

• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• 403(b) Retirement plan