Teaching Associate 4- ICS

lsu; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

LSU is seeking a Teaching Associate 4 in the College of Human Sciences & Education to teach program courses and provide individualized and group support for students with intellectual disabilities in the Integrative Community Studies program on campus.

The role focuses on independent living, socialization, functional academics, and workforce readiness, with emphasis on helping students obtain internships and paid employment during and after the college program.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Five years of related experience in education or human services.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Teach program content in independent living, socialization, and functional academics.
• Support students in job applications, interviews, and career exploration.
• Facilitate workshops on job readiness, workplace safety, and self-determination.
• Maintain records of student progress and employment-related documentation.
• Collaborate with staff and families to coordinate student supports.

Education

Master's degree in special education, rehabilitation counseling, human services, psychology, or related field

Five years of related experience

Valid driver's license

Job description

Job Posting Title: Teaching Associate 4-ICS

Position Type: Professional / Unclassified

Department: LSUAM HSE - ED - IC - Students (Leanora Sierra Hernandez (00266271))

Work Location: 0221 George Peabody Hall

Work Location: College/University Campus and Community Employment Sites

Pay Grade: Other Academic

Employment Status: Full-Time (12-month) with benefits

College of Human Sciences & Education

Integrative Community Studies (ICS)

Teaching Associate 4

Reports To: IC Program Manager

Position Overview

The Teaching Associate 4 teaches program courses and provides individualized and group support to students with intellectual disabilities enrolled in the IC program on campus. The position provides direct instruction on programmatic topics (e.g., independent living, socialization, functional academics, workforce readiness). The position also supports students in gaining meaningful employment experiences and fostering independence across academic, social, and community settings. The Teaching Associate is essential in helping students successfully obtain and maintain internships and paid employment during and after their college program.

Key Responsibilities

• Student Support- 60%
  • Teach students critical program content in areas of independent living skills, socialization, and functional academics.
  • Help students explore career interests, complete job applications, and prepare for interviews.
  • Deliver or co-facilitate workshops on job readiness, workplace safety, and self-determination.
  • Support students in building resumes, portfolios, and employment documentation.
  • Promote independence by teaching travel training, money management, and other employment-related life skill
  • Guide student through self-reflective practices to make and achieve employment-related goals and to improve work-related skills.
• Employment Support- 25%
  • Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and natural supports to students at campus and community work sites.
  • Support students in learning job tasks, meeting employer expectations, and problem-solving challenges.
  • Assist students in developing soft skills such as communication, teamwork, time management, and workplace professionalism.
  • Fade support as appropriate to encourage independence and self-advocacy.
• Collaboration and Documentation- 10%
  • Collaborate with program staff to ensure that all course content is being taught.
  • Collaborate with program staff to ensure that teaching is individualized to student references and needs.
  • Collaborate with program staff in completing teaching responsibilities.
  • Work closely with the IC program staff, faculty, families, vocational rehabilitation, and community partners to coordinate student supports.
  • Maintain accurate records of student progress, work hours, employer feedback, and accommodations provided
• Other duties as assigned- 5%

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in special education, rehabilitation counseling, human services, psychology, or a related field
• Bachelor's degree with one of the following certifications: Special Education Teacher Certification, Non-Special Education Teacher Certification, or degree in rehabilitation counseling or human services may be substituted for Master's degree requirement.
• Five years of related experience
• Some experience in secondary school transition program teaching or coaching experience with individuals with disabilities.
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred experience teaching
• Secondary school transition program teaching experience or coaching experience with individuals with disabilities

Special Instructions

Must provide a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and official transcript.

Must pass a satisfactory background check.

This position and/or position's responsibilities require work directly with minors. Finger printing and National Sex Offender Registry check required per FASOP HR-04. University employees whose principal responsibilities of employment include operating a vehicle, performing maintenance on a vehicle, or supervising any public employee who operates or maintains a vehicle and positions with an expectation to travel will require an MVR and are subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04.