ILS INSTRUCTOR

InAlliance; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Employee discounts

Generous paid time off

Job summary

InAlliance in Sacramento is seeking an Independent Living Skills Instructor to teach daily living skills to adults with developmental disabilities. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of direct instructional experience, preferably in an inclusive setting. This role involves providing hands-on training and support to help individuals achieve independence.

The position offers a competitive salary, low-cost medical and dental insurance, flexible work schedules, and generous paid time off among other benefits.

Qualifications

• At least two years of direct instructional experience with adults with IDD.
• Experience can include paid, non-paid, or volunteer work.
• Ability to develop personalized instruction and support.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and support based on participants’ needs.
• Develop creative, engaging activities tailored to learning styles.
• Collaborate with outside agencies on available resources.

Skills

Direct instructional experience with adults

Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Communication (oral and written)

Education

High School Diploma

AA Degree in a related field

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

Job Details
Job Location: Sacramento Office - Sacramento, CA 95820
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 2 Year Degree
Salary Range: $19.00 - $19.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage: Up to 50%
Job Shift: Any
Job Category: Education

Are you interested in impacting the lives of others? Would you like to end every day knowing you made a difference in someone’s life? Do you enjoy teaching and coaching people? If so, this could be the career move you’re looking for. InAlliance, a nonprofit that provides support to adults with developmental disabilities, is looking for an experienced and motivated Independent Living Skills (ILS) Instructor to teach daily living skills to adults with developmental disabilities. The Independent Living Skills Instructor provides case management, instruction, and support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to help them develop the skills necessary to live independently. This role involves participating in planning team meetings, providing hands‑on training, and promoting self‑sufficiency in areas such as activities of daily living, community involvement, and personal development.

Essential Functions

• Provide personalized instruction and support based on participants’ needs and goals.
• Develop and conduct creative, engaging activities tailored to each participant’s learning styles and needs.
• Use various instructional techniques and resources to promote independence.
• Assist with assessments through information gathering and observation.
• Help develop individualized plans based on participant preferences, needs, and interests.
• Collaborate with outside agencies on available resources.
• Stay organized and manage weekly schedules based on participant needs.
• Maintain accurate records and complete paperwork promptly, according to assignments and deadlines.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with internal and external parties.
• Maintain ongoing communication with each participant’s circle of support.
• Flexibility and ability to accommodate changes to caseload and scheduling.
• Provide input at participant meetings as a part of a planning team.

*Must be able to perform essential functions of this position with or without accommodations.

Qualifications

These qualifications are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, so if you have 70% of the qualifications listed, we encourage you to apply. Experience can include paid and non‑paid experience including volunteer work and lived experience that helped you to build the competencies, knowledge, and skills needed for this position. Applying allows you to be considered.

• Required Education: High School Diploma
• Required Experience: At least two years of direct instructional experience with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), preferably in an inclusive and integrated setting. Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Preferred Education: AA Degree in a related field; CPR/First Aid Certification.

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Must be able to verify employment eligibility under USCIS I-9 requirements.
• After a conditional job offer has been made, a pre‑employment screening will be required. InAlliance will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local "Fair Chance" laws.
• CA Driver License and Auto Insurance.
• CPR/First Aid Certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

What We Offer

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Low‑cost Medical & Dental Insurance
• Free TeleHealth from HealthiestYou
• Medical Services
• Behavioral Health
• Back Care
• Dermatology
• Nutrition
• Company‑paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Insurance Plans: Aflac, Legal Shield Services, Vision
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary 403(b) retirement with company match
• Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Flexible Spending Account Plans
• Health Savings Accounts
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Cell/Device Stipend

Perks

• Flexible work schedules for eligible employees/positions
• TicketsatWork (employee discounts)
• LifeMart (employee discounts)
• Fun Employee events like celebrating Direct Service Provider Appreciation Week and annual Staff Recognition Events
• Employee committees where you can make your voice heard and have a positive impact
• High employee morale/satisfaction rate

InAlliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: InAlliance is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at InAlliance are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, WITHOUT regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. InAlliance will not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. InAlliance encourages applicants of all ages.