Vocational Instructor

About the Role

Provide vocational training and instruction to young adults with complex language, learning, and cognitive disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction of vocational skills
• Engage in on-the-job training in a variety of industries and occupations
• Adapt job skill training to meet the individual needs of students
• Collaborate and communicate with community partners to facilitate a mutually beneficial partnership
• Collect individual student data weekly
• Report on student progress quarterly
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Experience working with students with learning and intellectual disabilities
• Willingness to engage in professional development to gain the knowledge necessary to effectively work with the Riverview student profile
• Demonstrate an understanding of the School mission and adhere to all policies and procedures
• Related experience (experience in an independent school environment preferred)
• Strong ability to incorporate technology into instruction
• Exceptional written, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle a fast-paced environment
• Passion for Riverview’s mission and the field of special education
• Current/valid driver’s license and ability to drive students
• Suitable background check results (CORI, SORI, DCF) and fingerprinting required
• Legal authorization to work in the US

Qualifications

• One to two years’ experience working with students with learning and intellectual disabilities
• Bachelor's Degree preferred, but not required