STAR Instructor

Diocese of Dallas Schools•Dallas, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Notre Dame School, recognizing that each person is created in the image of God, educates students with developmental disabilities, and facilitates their integration into society. STAR PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Committed to the mission and the Charisms of the School Sisters of Notre Dame, the STAR adult program (Self-Determination- Teamwork- Ability- Respect) opened in 2018. The adult program embraces the mission of Notre Dame School and offers a continuum of education and services that will have a positive effect on the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, their families, and the broader community. The program offers independent living, continuing education, social and leisure skills. The program additionally offers a pre-vocational and community-based instruction component.

Requirements

Must be 25 years or older due to driving requirements.
Minimum of high school diploma; continuing education and/or experience in education, psychology, sociology, or related field.
Must have experience in programming and/or education and behavioral services for individuals with disabilities.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong experience working with families and students.
Must be strongly efficient in using technology for electronic documentation, service contracts, and coordinating e-learning schedules.
Background checks and driving records will be completed prior to employment.
STAR Instructors must be able to lift 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

Aligns with STAR staff that innovative programming and community inclusion opportunities are being developed for all individuals. This includes creating group, community, and individual activities based on individual needs
Works in collaboration with the program director and assistant instructor(s) to ensure that a functional curriculum is implemented and is based on the individual needs
Responsible for submitting information that is important for billing purposes to the director, in a timely manner.
Records data regarding to STAR participant goals.
Must adhere to all confidential guidelines and procedures (HIPPA)
As needed, supports records/ invoices necessary for billing purposes to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with billing and contract requirements
With direction from STAR Director, communicates appropriately with the families and providers (agencies)
As needed, implements behavior plans for participants
Annually receives teaching evaluation from Director
Drives STAR participants in program van(s) off-site activities
Collaborates with the STAR team to plan and teach functional academics, social skills, leisure, and other selected classes to STAR participants
Attends weekly staff meetings
Has knowledge of the Notre Dame School program (calendar, activities, expectations etc).
Adheres to the rules and guidelines set forth by the East Dallas Christian Church