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Employee-Owned, Mission-Driven
We're more than a human services agency-we're partners in transformation, walking alongside you on the journey to a fuller, richer life.
Our employment program requires a dedicated staff that is committed to supporting and training students in learning skills related to social, community, and vocational readiness, as well as independent living
Responsibilities
- Develop curriculum/activities to meet developmental goals and instructional activities
- Prepare lesson plans and structure daily routine for students
- Direct Para-Professionals in classroom with daily/weekly job tasks
- Allocate 90% of time with students teaching daily-life skills
- Exercise open and respectful communication with families, co-workers, supervisors, and other school staff
- Measure progress and accomplishments of students towards their academic achievements on a regular basis, providing progress reports as required
- Create and keep records on attendance, accidents, incidents, and other noteworthy events in accordance with program policies
- Manage student behavior in accordance with outlined guidelines
- Provide a safe, thriving, and respectful environment for all students in the classroom/school campus
- Ensure safe work practices
- Perform other duties as assigned with Vocational and Day Services when school is not in session
Requirements/Qualifications
- Bachelors degree preferred
- Experience working with people with disabilities
- Ability to build effective/professional relationships with families and students
- Experience developing and implementing age-appropriate curriculum
- Proven ability to maintain a safe a studious classroom environment
- Ability to build effective/professional relationships
- Highly developed oral/written communication
- Acceptable Background Character Verification
- Valid drivers license and acceptable driving record
- Demonstrate proficiency in computer software applications such as Microsoft Word
Benefits:
- Option to get paid before payday
- Opportunities for advancement in a growing, hire-from-within company
- Employee discount - Verizon and Dell
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vacation/Personal Hours
- Employee Stock Ownership
- 401-K
- Employee Achievement Program
- Longevity Bonus for Part Time or Full Time Employees
- Casual dress (no uniforms), fun work atmosphere
- And more
Salary Range: $38,000 - $45,000
If you are looking to make a difference, join the Aurora team! Aurora Community Services is proud to be an Employee Owned Company! An EOE/AA Employer