Vocational Instructor
Riverview School is a vibrant, student-centered community dedicated to empowering students with complex language, learning, and cognitive challenges. Our mission is to provide individualized education in a supportive environment that fosters independence, confidence, and lifelong learning.
We have an immediate opening for a full-time Vocational Instructor.
Main Function: Provide vocational training and instruction to young adults with complex language, learning, and cognitive disabilities.
Classification: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Essential Job Functions:
- Provide instruction of vocational skills
- Engage in on-the-job training in a variety of industries and occupations
- Adapt job skill training to meet the individual needs of students
- Collaborate and communicate with community partners to facilitate a mutually beneficial partnership
- Collect individual student data weekly
- Report on student progress quarterly
- Other duties as assigned
Candidate Requirements:
- Experience working with students with learning and intellectual disabilities
- Willingness to engage in professional development to gain the knowledge necessary to effectively work with the Riverview student profile
- Demonstrate an understanding of the School mission and adhere to all policies and procedures.
- Related experience (experience in an independent school environment preferred)
- Strong ability to incorporate technology into instruction
- Exceptional written, interpersonal, and problem solving skills
- Ability to handle a fast-paced environment
- Passion for Riverview’s mission and the field of special education
- Current/valid driver’s license and ability to drive students
- Suitable background check results (CORI, SORI, DCF) and fingerprinting required
- Legal authorization to work in the US
No phone calls please.