Merakey·Coraopolis, Pennsylvania
The Program Instructor facilitates structured activities for adults with developmental disabilities to promote independence and quality of life. They collaborate with team members to support individualized goals and provide vocational, social, and cognitive training.
Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are currently seeking a Program Instructor to join our Adult Day Program team in Coraopolis, PA.
Earn $18.00-$20.00/hr without degree
Earn $20.00-$22.00/hr with degree.
The Program Instructor provides engaging, supportive, and structured activities for adults with developmental disabilities. This role plays a vital part in helping individuals develop skills that promote independence, confidence, and quality of life.
Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits [https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits]
Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. [https://youtu.be/MD3KtxmS7qo] Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.
Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!
The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor's degree, though experience with individuals with developmental disabilities will be considered. A valid driver's license and strong organizational, leadership, and creative skills are required.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, Program Instructor roles are commonly tied to community, education, and disability-support settings, where employers look for candidates who can lead activities, stay organized, and work well with individuals with developmental disabilities. These positions can be competitive because a bachelor’s degree is preferred, but relevant experience and a valid driver’s license may also strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your resume to show leadership, creativity, and direct support experience.