Lead Project Search Instructor - Full-Time

Abilis-Inc; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Abilis-Inc is seeking a Lead Instructor for the Project SEARCH Internship to Employment program. The role involves developing and coordinating the program, delivering the employability skills curriculum, and guiding interns toward competitive employment.

The position reports to the Program Manager and requires collaboration with the host site, families, and agency staff. A Bachelor's degree or Teaching Credential plus two years’ relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Teaching credential or bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Two years’ experience with at-risk populations or people with disabilities.
• Ability to employ varied instructional strategies.
• Willingness to stay current with best practices in transition and supported employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist recruitment of appropriate young adults with disabilities for Project SEARCH.
• Attend IEP/IP meetings when applicable.
• Connect students to community resources.
• Identify internships within host businesses for marketable skills.
• Facilitate Employment Planning Meetings with interns, families and agency staff.
• Develop resumes/portfolios documenting skills and experiences.
• Deliver the Project SEARCH employability skills curriculum to interns.
• Update the Project SEARCH portal with internship and outcome records.
• Coordinate onsite skills trainers to meet intern support needs.
• Help secure competitive, integrated employment at host businesses or in the community.

Skills

Instructional strategies

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree or Teaching Credential

Job description

Abilis-Inc is seeking a Lead Instructor for the Project SEARCH Internship to Employment program. The role involves developing and coordinating the program, delivering the employability skills curriculum, and guiding interns toward competitive employment.

The position reports to the Program Manager and requires collaboration with the host site, families, and agency staff. A Bachelor's degree or Teaching Credential plus two years’ relevant experience are required.