Developmental Disabilities Instructor

2 weeks ago

Burlington, Canada The Learning Place Full time

**Position Profile**

**Position Title**: Developmental Disability Instructor
**Pay rate**: $19-$21/per hour based on experience and skill set.

**Contract**:1-year contract with strong chances of renewal based on performance

**Benefits**: Benefits to be included once 90-day probation is successfully completed.

**Hours a week**: 24-32.5 Hours/Week

**Start date**: As soon as possible.

**Reports to**: Program Manager
**Location**: 460 Brant St. Burlington - In-person position

**Position Summary**

**Key Duties and Responsibilities**

**Operational Tasks**:

- Must be comfortable working with adults, more specifically adults with developmental disabilities and familiar with common adult education methodologies.
- Plan and deliver instruction per class according to the curriculum discussed and created by coordinators.
- Develop learning materials, learning strategies and deliver individualized programming focused on learners’ needs and goals.
- Conduct ongoing evaluations, track learner progress, and maintain learners’ records.
- May need to oversee work of junior classroom assistant or co-op students when doing placement with our agency. This will also require the appropriate coaching and mentoring as requested by Program Manager.
- Assist Program Manager to develop innovative and creative ideas for all programming to cater to our target demographic.
- Maintain and coordinate classroom scheduling, conduct intakes and host meetings with parents/guardians when necessary.
- Provide customer service to parents/guardians and all other walk-ins inquiring about Pathways to Growth.
- A high degree of independence will be required for this role. Critical to be a self starter and a forward thinker to anticipate issues and be proactive to address them.
- Will need to use online platforms such as Zoom to deliver workshops (training and material will be provided) when required.
- Communicate with Program Manager on an on-going basis throughout the week.
- Must be creative in utilizing the space and environment to all learners needs and see where promotion of program can be through physical marketing.
- Must assist Program Manager in community outreach and facilitating partnership meetings for the interest of the program.
- Must assist Program Manager in the upkeep and maintenance of all marketing materials for all programs offered.

**Curriculum Development**
- Must be familiar with curriculum planning, creating, and executing.
- Curriculum must be relevant and varied for all learners’ interests, abilities, goals, and the structure of the program.
- Integrate computer skills into programming when possible and encourage the use of computers.
- Find creative resources to draw upon for curriculum creation and incorporate them into the program.
- Work with the internal marketing team to create social media posts and raise awareness for our program.
- Find creative ways to reach leaners both current and potential through marketing initiatives.
- Will work individually or with the P2G team to ensure cohesiveness and common approach in program expansion, such as workshop topics, program themes and initiatives, etc.
- Must communicate with Program Manager regarding learner’s, their goals, and the referral process [if applicable].

**Skills and Qualifications**:

- Diploma in Developmental Services Worker (DSW) or a University Degree in Social Sciences.
- Related experience working with adults with Developmental Disabilities and Autism.
- Previous experience supporting individuals with Autism/ Dual Diagnosis/ Mental Health disorders.
- Experience supporting individuals with unique and challenging behaviors in active treatment environments an asset.
- Experience in leadership roles, in and outside of the classroom setting.
- Demonstrated understanding and training supporting individuals with ASD.
- Highly motivated and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a multi cultural environment.
- Understanding disability and social equity issues would be an asset.
- Excellent reading, oral and written communication skills, as well as sound critical thinking and interpersonal skills
- Must be committed to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion and be able to demonstrate an understanding of these principles as they relate to students' success and goal path.
- Demonstrated understanding of the strengths and challenges of adults with multi-barriers and disabilities and understand how to teach with these in mind; Understanding of how learning Disabilities can affect learning.
- Ability to exercise initiative, tact, discretion, problem-solving skills and to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Being comfortable with social media and knowing how to use the various platforms would be considered an asset.
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks for multiple stakeholders is critical to be successful in this role.
- High degree of or

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