Pathways to Growth Developmental Disability

2 weeks ago

Brampton, Canada The Learning Place Full time

**Position Profile**

**Position Title**: Developmental Disability Instructor

**Pay rate**: $19-$22/per hour based on experience and skill set. Benefits included.

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

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

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

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

**Reports to**: Program Manager

**Remote Work**: In-person and Virtual work - Primarily in-person in Brampton Location

**Position Summary**

At Pathways to Growth, we have a special team that strives to service the Developmental Disability Community and focus on helping those with their literacy skills, independence, and employment upskilling. We are hiring for an energetic and passionate person for our role of Developmental Disability Instructor to teach in our program in-person in Brampton, and online via zoom. Program delivery is individualized within a group setting according to learners’ needs and specific to their goals.

**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

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