Vocational Instructor

TrulyHired; Sandwich (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverview School in Sandwich, MA seeks a vocational instructor to provide training for young adults with complex language, learning and cognitive disabilities. The role emphasizes on-the-job experiences across industries within a school setting.

The candidate should have experience with special education, be adept at technology-enabled instruction, and possess strong written and interpersonal skills. A valid driver's license and CORI/SORI background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with learning and intellectual disabilities.
• Willingness to engage in professional development to meet Riverview student needs.
• Ability to adhere to school policies and mission.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction of vocational skills.
• Engage in on-the-job training across industries.
• Adapt training to individual student needs.
• Collaborate with community partners to build partnerships.
• Collect student data weekly and report progress.

Skills

Special education

Data collection

Tech in instruction

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

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

Essential Job Functions

• 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

Candidate 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

Experience

• One to two years' experience working with students with learning and intellectual disabilities
• Related experience (experience in an independent school environment preferred)
• Exceptional written, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle a fast-paced environment
• Current/valid driver's license and ability to drive studentsSuitable background check results (CORI, SORI, DCF) and fingerprinting required
• Legal authorization to work in the US
• Bachelor's Degree preferred, but not required

Welcome to ATX Learning

Riverview School, an independent coeducational boarding/day school, provides a caring community for adolescents and young adults with complex language, learning and cognitive disabilities. We are committed to developing student competence and confidence in academic, social and independent living skills.