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Metal Arts Instructor
1 month ago
This isn’t just a job, it’s a calling
Meristem is a multi-year transitional program dedicated to preparing autistic and neurodiverse young adults for a life of greater independence and fulfillment. We strive to create a world where the unique capabilities of adults on the spectrum are respected and appreciated. We facilitate the ability of adults with autism to have full and meaningful lives, with ample opportunities for mainstream employment and independent living.
Meristem is a great place to work and grow. We all work together, each of us motivating those around us with our commitment to high standards. At Meristem we have a highly motivated team, a rewarding career path and opportunities for personal growth.
Location: 9200 Fair Oaks Blvd. Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Status: Non-Exempt, Full-time
Weekday Shift: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Our Benefits show how much we value our team
- $20 - $25 per hour DOE
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; generous portion paid by the Organization.
Paid Holiday Schedule that includes extended holiday breaks (Spring Break – 5 days/ Thanksgiving Break- 5 Days/ Winter Break- 10 Days) in addition to 5 other holidays. - Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
This position both challenging and rewarding
In this position, you will be rolling up your sleeves and working with the students in a hands-on training and teaching environment. Utilizing your own training and expertise in your previous craft, such as soldering, welding, blacksmithing, and/or metal, you will transfer these skills into lesson plans to teach and train students for their ongoing developmental learning and growth.
Job Responsibilities:
- Prepare curriculum and lesson plans for daily instruction with a developmental progression
- Assess Client abilities, connect them with projects and lessons that support them to develop their skills and track their progress through the progression
- Record daily data from the field based on Client goals and objectives
- Develop individualized plans with Clients as needed
- Maintain Meristem’s cultural norms and be active in shaping a positive culture
- Maintain and manage the space and materials of the classrooms used
- Attend weekly staff meetings and staff check-in
- Participate in staff training and practicing the Meristem method to the best of your ability.
- Develop a professional growth plan with your immediate supervisor
- Engage with parents as asked.
- Build and manage budgets around material needs for your classes
- Support the onboarding process of new Clients and staff
- Actively familiarize and engage with the materials from the key founding bodies of work that the meristem program is built on.
- Engage in collaborative educational offerings with colleagues
- Engage the highest level of your skills as an employee
- Teach other program-specific content when asked
- Implement program-oriented approaches
- Participate in Client substitutions when members of the team are out
- Perform other duties as asked and directed
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree OR equivalent work experience
- Experience working in education
- Experience working with a comparable Client population to Meristem or similar experience
- Familiarity with either Transformative movement education, Ruskin Mill therapeutic craft education or Waldorf education.
- The ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
- The ability to move in uneven terrain on our campus as needed to capture content.
- The ability to sit at a desk, answer the phone, and use the computer for up to 8 hours a day.
- Lived experience with or interest in a participant population similar to Meristem (neurodiverse/autistic).
- Interest in or familiarity with Waldorf education principles and approaches.
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