Project Search Instructor

The Arc Lexington • City of Gloversville, NY

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About The Position

The Project SEARCH Instructor helps interns with disabilities build the skills and confidence needed to enter the workforce. The role combines classroom instruction with hands-on learning at a host business to prepare interns for competitive, integrated employment.

The instructor teaches employability skills, assesses intern progress, adapts instruction, and coordinates supports. In collaboration with families, skills trainers, business partners, and community agencies, the instructor helps interns explore career interests, build résumés and portfolios, and turn internship experiences into employment opportunities. The role also supports intern recruitment and maintains program records.

Requirements

• Relevant training and experience in adult basic education, special education, rehabilitation, or a related field.
• Effective communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• A valid New York State driver's license and a safe driving record.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach employability skills through classroom instruction and hands-on learning at a host business.
• Assess intern progress and adapt instruction to support learning.
• Coordinate supports that help interns succeed.
• Work with families, skills trainers, business partners, and community agencies.
• Help interns explore career interests and build résumés and portfolios.
• Help turn internship experiences into employment opportunities.
• Support intern recruitment.
• Maintain program records.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed