Project SOAR Instructor
5 months ago
Minnetrista, Minnesota, United States
Minnetonka Public Schools
Full time
Position Type:Community Education/Adults with Disabilities Instructors and Assts
Date Posted:
2/20/2024
Location:
Minnetonka Community Education Center (MCEC)
Assignment:
Part time, days, evenings, and weekend options for 2-10 classes per season (Spring/Summer, Fall, Winter)
Several positions available
Wages:
starting at $20/hour
Primary Objective of Positions:
To instruct evening enrichment and/or recreation classes for adults with intellectual, developmental, sensory, cognitive and physical disabilities. To ensure a safe and fun atmosphere for all participants.
Job Responsibilities:
- Plan, prepare and teach classes in art, crafts, cooking, recreation, or leisure, that are specially designed and adapted to the individual abilities of Project SOAR participants.
- Develop enriching curriculum and/or programming.
- Provide ongoing feedback to Program Manager about class/activity outcomes and make recommendations as necessary.
- Plan and prepare supplies and materials required to successfully teach classes.
- Provide a safe, caring, and fun environment for participants.
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
- Evidence of successful experience working with persons with disabilities.
- Education and/or experience in special education preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge in teaching area.
- Evidence of positive interpersonal skills; ability to relate well to adults with special needs.
- Compassion for and understanding of adults with disabilities.
- Evidence of successful teaching and/or program leadership.
- Ability to work under minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Proven record of punctuality and responsibility.
- Ability to preplan classes for a season in advance.