Little Red Hen is hiring Instructors for our year round socialization and play therapy programs for children with autism ranging in age from 4-12 years old. Applicants for this instructor position must have a desire to work with children in a dynamic and challenging environment. Instructors provide socialization and play therapy to children with autism. Looking for someone who can demonstrate affect, has patience, and is able to give as well as receive instructions.

Shifts are available Monday-Wednesdays from 2-5pm and Saturdays from 9-3pm (potential to gain more hours in the future). You must be available for the entire duration of the scheduled shift.

Experience with adults and children with developmental disabilities a plus.

Qualifications:

-Must be 18 or older

-High School Diploma or GED required

- Professionalism

- Criminal Record Clearance and willingness to obtain it.

- Experience with children

- Demonstrated ability to provide training and intervention.

- General child development and play skill knowledge.

- Ability to multitask in busy, changing environment.

- Excellent personal and teaching skills.

- Experience with autism or currently learning about autism spectrum disorders.

-Candidates must have great communication skills and be motivated.

-Job requires a lot of physical activity and must be able to lift at least 50lbs, stand for 3 hours, get up and down off the ground multiple times per shift and move quickly.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 15 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Work Location: In person