Shepherds College·Franklin, Tennessee
The instructor will facilitate academic development by providing practical classroom training and instruction to students with special needs. They are responsible for assessing student needs, selecting appropriate curriculum materials, and maintaining accurate student records.
Are you looking for an opportunity to serve in a Christian organization with a Kingdom-building mission?
Shepherds Ministries is hiring two Instructors to support our upcoming Empowered 4 Life Center in Franklin, TN.
Shepherds Ministries, dedicated to helping young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities develop greater independence, is seeking two Instructors to teach students with special needs in the Franklin, TN area. We believe that when you learn in an environment designed specifically for you, you thrive, and that's what our students get to experience every day.
The Instructor for the Empowered 4 Life Center will facilitate academic development for students by providing practical classroom training and instruction, all in an effort to promote students’ growth towards Appropriate Independence™.
Primary responsibilities
Instruct classes as assigned, incorporating differentiated instruction to promote learning for all students.
Evaluate the academic needs of students and assist in the selection of appropriate curriculum materials which meet the needs of students and the objectives of the program.
Present lessons utilizing effective instructional methods.
Assess students’ knowledge, understanding, and skill acquisition regularly.
Complete and maintain student records, including attendance and grades, on an ongoing basis.
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Shepherds College is a Christ-centered, post-secondary school for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, committed to growth through Appropriate Independence™.
We exist to equip young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live with purpose, confidence, and faith. For over 15 years, we’ve created a supportive community where students are challenged, celebrated, and trained to live more independently — all while pointing their lives toward Christ.
Our mission is to empower students with intellectual and developmental disabilities by equipping them with the skills, support, and spiritual foundation they need to live lives of dignity, purpose, and Appropriate Independence™.
We believe each student has God-given potential — and we are called to nurture it with compassion, excellence, and truth.
The role requires an individual capable of incorporating differentiated instruction to meet the diverse academic needs of students. Candidates should be comfortable working in a Christ-centered environment focused on promoting independence for young adults with disabilities.
Market context
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