Teaching Associate 4- ICS

Louisiana State University•Goodwell, OK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Teaching Associate 4 teaches program courses and provides individualized and group support to students with intellectual disabilities enrolled in the ICS program on campus. The position provides direct instruction on programmatic topics (e.g., independent living, socialization, functional academics, workforce readiness). The position also supports students in gaining meaningful employment experiences and fostering independence across academic, social, and community settings. The Teaching Associate is essential in helping students successfully obtain and maintain internships and paid employment during and after their college program.

Requirements

Master's degree in special education, rehabilitation counseling, human services, psychology, or a related field
Bachelor's degree with one of the following certifications: Special Education Teacher Certification, Non-Special Education Teacher Certification, or degree in rehabilitation counseling or human services may be substituted for Master's degree requirement.
Five years of related experience
Some experience in secondary school transition program teaching or coaching experience with individuals with disabilities.
Valid driver's license
Must provide a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and official transcript.
Must pass a satisfactory background check.
This position and/or position's responsibilities require work directly with minors. Finger printing and National Sex Offender Registry check required per FASOP HR-04.
University employees whose principal responsibilities of employment include operating a vehicle, performing maintenance on a vehicle, or supervising any public employee who operates or maintains a vehicle and positions with an expectation to travel will require an MVR and are subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience teaching
Secondary school transition program teaching experience or coaching experience with individuals with disabilities

Responsibilities

Teach students critical program content in areas of independent living skills, socialization, and functional academics.
Help students explore career interests, complete job applications, and prepare for interviews.
Deliver or co-facilitate workshops on job readiness, workplace safety, and self-determination.
Support students in building resumes, portfolios, and employment documentation.
Promote independence by teaching travel training, money management, and other employment-related life skills.
Guide student through self-reflective practices to make and achieve employment-related goals and to improve work-related skills.
Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and natural supports to students at campus and community work sites.
Support students in learning job tasks, meeting employer expectations, and problem-solving challenges.
Assist students in developing soft skills such as communication, teamwork, time management, and workplace professionalism.
Fade support as appropriate to encourage independence and self-advocacy.
Collaborate with program staff to ensure that all course content is being taught.
Collaborate with program staff to ensure that teaching is individualized to student references and needs.
Collaborate with ICS program staff in completing teaching responsibilities.
Work closely with the ICS program staff, faculty, families, vocational rehabilitation, and community partners to coordinate student supports.
Maintain accurate records of student progress, work hours, employer feedback, and accommodations provided.