Basic Functions

Provide continuing education instruction to adult students with developmental disabilities. Paraquad offers multiple classes such as: Cooking, Board Games, Book Club, Movie Club, Reading, Computers, and more.

Responsibilities

Classroom Instruction

• Teach students in a classroom or virtual setting two or more evenings each week.
• Prepare classroom and gather materials needed for class during the planning period.
• Present material in a variety of ways to accommodate different aptitudes and learning styles of students: discussion, demonstration, hands-on activity, reading, worksheets, instructive lectures, role-playing, videos, movies, etc.
• Assign homework as appropriate to students to support their learning goals.
• Work with Program Manager at the beginning of and throughout the semester to modify curriculum for the class.
• Enforce the Paraquad Participant Code of Conduct with the support of the Site Leader.
• Inform the Site Leader of any specific concerns regarding the class and students.

Documentation:

• Complete all program documentation correctly by the due date as assigned.
• Work toward specific and measurable goals for each student throughout the semester; document on progress at each class session.
• Complete individual service reports (ISRs) for each student every week; complete attendance logs each week.
• Turn in completed documentation to the Site Leader before leaving each evening.

Independent Living Services:

• Assist students with building Independent Living skills in an educational setting.
• Make referral to other programs and services to promote independent living, as appropriate.

Miscellaneous:

• Understand and commit to promoting the independent living philosophy.
• Attend and participate in planning meetings and all mandatory trainings.
• Protect participant's right to privacy and confidentiality in all forms of communication.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills Required

• Public speaking/teaching
• Multi-Tasking
• Creativity
• Problem solving
• Attention to detail
• Good written and spoken communication
• Understanding of basic reading, math and/or computers
• Travel locally to sites using own method of transportation

Education and Training

• Prior teaching and/or tutoring experience preferred.
• Prior experience working with individuals with disabilities and/or personal experience with a disability is preferred.
• High School diploma with some college preferred.
• Must complete all funder required training and obtain required certification prior to working with participants.

Paraquad is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to an individual's sex, race, color, religion, age, disability status, protected veteran status, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation. We are dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment - fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Our employees proudly reflect the diversity and ideas of the communities we serve.

Accommodation: If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact Barb Cant at 314-289-4200 or bcant@paraquad.org with the nature of your accommodation request.

Successful drug screen and background check required.