Direct Support Professional Instructor

Oakmont Education•Dayton, OH

26d

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional Instructor guides students through curriculum resources designed to support achievement of the Certificate of Initial Proficiency (CIP) through the Ohio Alliance of Direct Support Professionals (OADSP), as well as the Certificate of Completion for Pre-Apprenticeship. The instructor develops supplemental teaching materials as needed and coordinates student assessments and progress activities, module testing, and e-badge completion. The role includes planning and delivering instruction, monitoring student progress, providing feedback, preparing required progress reports, maintaining instructional materials and equipment, and creating project-based learning activities. The instructor promotes professionalism, dignity, and respect toward individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities while supporting students’ learning, teamwork, and development of workplace skills. The position is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment. The employee may encounter students with behavioral risks. Occasional minimal guidance is provided, with established work methods followed. There are no direct reports.

Requirements

No restrictions in securing an Ohio Department of Education vocational teacher license or permit.
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
Strong knowledge of curriculum development, instructional strategies, and educational trends.
Excellent leadership skills.
Familiarity with relevant educational standards and regulations.
Commitment to continued personal and professional growth and to the company’s mission, vision, and growth.
Passion for improving educational opportunities for urban students and building a strong, mission-driven organization.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling and significant fine finger dexterity, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

An associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as social work, psychology, special education, or human services.
At least 5 years of experience in a setting serving individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
Preferred experience in teaching, case management, coaching, or the human services field.
Staying current with innovations and advancements in the field to help prepare students to enter the workforce appropriately.

Responsibilities

Provide students with daily briefings on class assignments and activities.
Instruct students through work assignments and monitor and coach progress toward assignment and credential completion.
Create learning plans that pace student learning toward credentialing within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with curriculum expectations.
Periodically evaluate student learning and provide specific, accurate, substantive feedback on progress.
Prepare progress reports and report cards as required by school policy or law.
Ensure teaching materials, supplies, and equipment are available and in good repair, and download updates in a timely manner so students can access all 20 modules as e-badge activities as needed.
Develop project-based learning activities that teach professionalism, including providing dignity and respect to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
Instruct subjects effectively in consideration of diverse cultures and ability levels.
Use instructional strategies, techniques, activities, and media appropriate to student needs and instructional goals, and demonstrate relevant skills.
Establish professional rapport with students, affirm their worth and dignity, and communicate expectations for responsibility and citizenship.
Protect student confidentiality and prevent inappropriate statements or release of information.
Maintain professional certification and/or licensure through ongoing training and education as needed.
Attend and participate in staff meetings, committees, and scheduled training as required.
Complete required documentation and respond to internal information requests promptly and completely.
Manage classroom and worksite activities to stimulate learning, teamwork, and developmental skills, including punctuality and attendance.
Maintain appropriate behavior standards through fair and just progressive corrective actions.
Refer formal disciplinary issues to counselors and/or administrators for disposition.
Model responsible adulthood through punctuality, reliability, professional behavior, emotional stability, and sound judgment, including in teaching ethics and community relations.
Behave cooperatively and constructively; contribute to team meetings; follow organizational policies and applicable state, local, and federal laws and guidelines; and comply with job-specific requirements.