Work Readiness Instructor

Smart Staffing Group • Poughkeepsie, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Work Readiness Instructor is responsible for the delivery of Pre-Employment Transition Services to students with disabilities, ages 14-21 within Dutchess, Ulster, and Putnam counties. Duties include providing Pre-ETS services to students with disabilities that prepares them for successful long-term employment consistent with their strengths, abilities, interests, and informed choices.

Requirements

• Associates Degree required
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience using non-traditional community service to engage students with disabilities in career exploration and employment

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors or Master’s degree preferred
• Teaching/Classroom experience preferred
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

• Mentoring students at local high schools in the following services: Job Exploration Counseling, Workplace Readiness Training, Instruction in Self Advocacy, Work Based Learning, and Post-Secondary Education Counseling.
• Develops and fosters relationships with Students, School District Personnel including special education and transitional coordinators, family members, and other agencies within the community.
• Promotes the Pre-ETS trainings to students, school district personnel, families, other community agencies.
• Maintains confidential student data and submit progress reports.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree