Instructor-Special Education

Location:

AutismUp at the Golisano Autism Center and off-site locations

Hours:

Full-time, 30-35 hours, Tuesday – Saturday, with regular evening hours

Pay range:

$24.00 – $27.00 depending on education and experience

Position Summary:

The instructor will design and teach classes in both group and one-on-one settings as needed
for participants with autism and other disabilities to help them achieve their goals. The instructor will also
complete administrative and reporting tasks as assigned.

Responsibilities:

  • Directly provides and facilitates instruction and oversight to participants with various abilities in a
    classroom or/and community-based or 1:1 settings, and virtually as needed
  • Assists with the management of volunteers, interns, community partners, instructors, and support staff
  • Communicates with participants and families on scheduling and other matters as needed
  • Assists in ensuring supplies and equipment are adequate and up-to-date
  • Tracks participants’ progress and communicates accordingly with stakeholders including families
  • Responsible for the supervision and safety of program participants
  • Helps facilitate social interactions between participants in the program
  • Provides support or may be Manager on Duty

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
  • Experience working with individuals with ASD or other disabilities
  • 1 year of teaching experience required
  • A valid NYS Driver’s license and reliable transportation to AutismUp and off-site locations in Greater Rochester area are required