Program Instructor — Empower Adults with DD/ID (28 hrs)

L.A. GOAL; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid sick leave

Job summary

L.A. GOAL is seeking a Program Instructor to join our team in Culver City, CA. This role focuses on planning, teaching, and supporting Members across education, health and wellness, and independent living skills in a hands-on setting.

You will develop person-centered curricula, document progress in Google Workspace, and assist with events and orientation while collaborating with a dedicated program staff. This is a 28‑hour/week, in-person position at our Culver City office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 2 years of relevant field experience.
• Experience teaching or working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Self-starter who can take initiative and work well in a team.
• Knowledge of Google Workspace and comfort with Apple devices.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and teach classes emphasizing independence, personal expression, and creativity while guiding Members in day‑to‑day services.
• Develop and implement curriculum aligned with the person‑centered service model to meet Members’ goals.
• Document program outcomes, lesson plans, and Member write‑ups in the database (Google Workspace).
• Maintain attendance records and rosters, and prepare progress reports for Westside Regional Center.
• Prepare and support Members for L.A. GOAL events and Insideout Productions.
• Assist with strategic planning, evaluation, and program planning as requested.
• Assist with new Member orientation and attend meetings/trainings as requested.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Initiative

Patience with DD/ID

Education

Bachelor's degree or 2 years rel. field

Tools

Google Workspace

Apple devices

Job description

L.A. GOAL is seeking a Program Instructor to join our team in Culver City, CA. This role focuses on planning, teaching, and supporting Members across education, health and wellness, and independent living skills in a hands-on setting.

You will develop person-centered curricula, document progress in Google Workspace, and assist with events and orientation while collaborating with a dedicated program staff. This is a 28‑hour/week, in-person position at our Culver City office.