Full-Time Instructor for Education

Day Program Instructor
We are looking to grow our exceptional team with a full-time, salaried Day Program Instructor at VERLAND in Sewickley, PA. This role will be leading the Adult Training Facility (ATF) programming and goal implementation for individuals in the classroom setting, in collaboration with the Day Program Specialist. The Day Program Instructor completes Adult Day Program activities including, but not limited to, communication, vocational training, refinement of independent living skills, cognitive development, social skills, appropriate use of leisure time, mobility, and sensory activities, along with assisting residents with personal and self-care tasks. Shift Available:
8am-4:30pm: Monday thru Friday
Oversees and trains Direct Support Professionals, Life Skills Trainers, Vocational Trainers, Team Leads, Adult Training Professionals, and all other professionals providing day program activities while in the ATF, community, and home.
Provides individual and/or small group age-appropriate functional training activities such as: self-help, language development, perceptual motor development, and simple academic and vocational work activities.
Drives agency vehicles as needed (transporting participants for community engagement, events, etc.)
Collaborates with the Day Program Specialist to implement lesson plans, skill development objectives, and obtaining goal data. Consistently utilizes a hands-on approach to manage the day-to-day operations of the classroom to ensure the daily programs and activities are carried out and ensures all materials/supplies needed for the classrooms are available.
Actively collaborates with House Managers to discuss job performance concerns for any staff member who participates in any day program activity.
Health (UPMC), Dental and Vision Insurances (1st of the month following 30 days from start date)

• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement (for core positions)
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Incentive in lieu of Medical coverage
• Must possess a knowledge of current practices in the field of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.

Must possess a thorough understanding of education/training principles.
Minimum Training and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree (4 years) with 1+ years of experience in the IID field is preferred.
• Associate's degree (2 years) with 6+ years of experience in the IID field is preferred.
• Verland is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.