Program Instructor
Pittsburgh, PA, United States On-site
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About the role
Project LIFE is a comprehensive, multiyear transition-to-adulthood program where individuals (ages 16+) with disabilities can develop, practice, and strengthen skills that are high predictors for increased adult independence and successful, integrated community employment. Project LIFE offers a targeted course of study combined with experiential life skills education and authentic work-based learning experiences in the local community. Utilizing evidence-based transitions education concepts, Project LIFE is a proven program model that supports our student interns on their journey to adulthood and greater independence. Project LIFE began in 2007 and continues to impact lives nationwide. Visit btprojectlife.org for additional information. [ Learn More About Project LIFE ] The Project LIFE Instructor will facilitate the Project LIFE curriculum to student interns during classroom instruction and independent living activities. This position will also provide on-site coaching during work-based learning experiences, in addition to assessing intern progress and communicating with community partners. The Project LIFE instructor will be expected to learn multiple entry level jobs skills, both within the Goodwill Donated Goods Retail network, the community, and in collaboration with community business partners.
What you'll bring
- : Some local travel may be required.
- Bachelor’s Degree AND 1 year of experience required.
- Knowledge of the Individuals
- : must be related to working with youth with disabilities.
- must be in Education, teaching, or a related field.
- Candidates are expected to provide current, valid clearances (Child Abuse, FBI Fingerprints, and PATCH) prior to first day of employment.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Experience with transition to employment preferred.
- Special Education certificate preferred.
- Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Special Education legislation preferred.