Job detail
Program Services - Teacher
Community Access Unlimited
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey
Salary
$22 / HOUR
Quick overview
As a teacher, you will be responsible for planning and implementing academic, vocational, or arts-related classes for ACE members at the Day Program. Additionally, you will assist the Director with administrative duties such as tours and paperwork.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a BA/BS degree in Special Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field, along with a required Teacher's Certification. A minimum of three years' experience working with individuals with disabilities is mandatory, and a driver's license and car are necessary for work purposes.
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Job description
- GENERAL DESCRIPTION Responsible for developing and implementing Independent Living Skills curriculum for youth members and maintaining accurate records of their progress.
- Participate with members during recreational, educational, and vocational programming & activities.
- Ensure a safe and supportive environment through counseling, crisis management, & supervision of members.
- Provide teaching support to youth residing at Shelter program.
- EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE Teacher’s certification required.
- Minimum of three years’ experience working with youth, BA/BS degree in special education, psychology, social work, or related field required.
- Experience in providing employment support preferable.
- SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS · Ability to maintain appropriate relationships with people with disabilities and at-risk adolescents utilizing normalization principles · Ability to interact effectively with all levels of CAU staff, members’ families, and within the community. · Ability to express oneself, both in writing and verbally, in a professional and comprehensive manner · Excellent planning, organization and time management skills with pro-active approach. · Working knowledge of computer office software programs including Microsoft Office · Ability to deliver effective presentations and training programs to members, staff and outside consumers. · Ability to be resourceful and work independently with in agency guidelines to meet deadlines. · Ability to perform basic mathematical functions and calculations. · Ability to accommodate last minute scheduling needs to ensure the safety of the program. · Ability to professionally and resourcefully resolve issues regarding community based resources. · Legally registered/insured automobile, valid driver’s license, and safe driving record required at all times.
- Our organization is committed to equal employment opportunity.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
- We are committed to compliance with all fair employment practices.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Medical Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Short-term Disability Insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Paid Sick Leave
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- Wellness Benefit
- Bereavement Days
- Tuition discount
- Longevity/Anniversary Recognition
- Project Assistance Loans/Grants
- Employee of the Month Recognition
- 401(K) with matching contribution
