Summer Program Instructor--Edgewood

Trellis Services

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Trellis Services is hiring instructors to work with children and adolescents (ages 9 to 21) diagnosed with autism in our Edgewood Summer Program. This part-time position is ideal for someone who wants to make a difference in the life of a child! Flexible hours, great pay ($19/hr) and participation in our 401K plan! Great entry level positon and resume builder for someone looking to start their career in Special Education! The After School Program is located in Edgewood/Bel Air. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday 9:00am-4:00pm the last two weeks of June and first two weeks of August and 12:00pm-6:00pm in July. Flexible schedules are available. Instructors MUST have a valid drivers license and auto insurance. Instructors MUST be willing to get in the pool with their client.

Requirements

Meet the minimum age requirement of 18
Eligibility to work in the United States.
The ability to pass a background check.
Minimum 100 hours of working/volunteer/personal experience with individuals with developmental delays
Reliable transportation/Valid Driver's License/Current Auto Insurance
Physical requirements vary and are based on specific client assignments. You may be asked to engage in any of the following: push, pull, lift up to 35 pounds, and move quickly, according to client needs. It is necessary to be able to sit on the floor, stoop, stand, walk, and run.

Nice To Haves

Willing to get in the pool with their client.

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one support with community independence, daily living and recreation/leisure
Flexible schedules; afternoon, evening and weekend shifts
Additional opportunities available throughout Maryland including Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Harford, Howard and Talbot counties
Ability to advance into other roles at Trellis
Great foundation for a career in special education and related fields