DAY PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR - MUSIC EXPLORATION

Reports to: Day Program Coordinator – Instruction

Job Summary: The Day Program Instructor is responsible for creating an inviting, fun, challenging, and energizing atmosphere for the Day Program offered to Wings Members.

Culture and Mission: Assist in enhancing the lives of adults with Developmental Disabilities

Responsibilities:

• Plan, write, and implement educational curriculum using all three modalities of learning (visual, auditory, and kinesthetic), differentiated across a wide variety of abilities

• Prepare trimester curriculum goals and objectives

• ·Create detailed weekly lesson plans with individualization components for varied skill levels

• Monitor, track, and share program-specific data monthly

• Document Member progress on an on-going basis to make data-informed decisions

• Implement appropriate behavioral interventions as necessary

• Help recruit, retain, and lead volunteers in working with Members within the Music Exploration program

• Monitor lunch on rotation basis as needed

• Serve as a liaison between Wings and Member families

• Develop new topic-specific programming offerings as needed

• Evaluate a dynamic situation to make quick decisions considering multiple variables

• Maintain professional working relationships with staff, parents, and volunteers

• Support the strategic goals of the Wings organization

• Ensure implementation and follow-through on all policies and procedures

• Transport members in Wings passenger vans to off-site community partners as necessary

• Invite community partners to Wings for monthly on-site learning opportunities

• All other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite

• Lesson planning experience preferred

• Organized, attention to detail, flexible and adaptable

• Positive attitude

• Contribute by leading, as well as being a team player

Requirements:

• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as necessary

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work with and empower volunteers to increase capacity

• Meet physical requirements to safely perform assigned duties

• Ability to drive 15-passenger van

Qualifications & Experiences:

• Passion for Developmental Disabilities community

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred or prior experience working with the Developmental Disabilities community

Benefits: Retirement Plan Match, Health Insurance, Holidays and Paid Time Off

Work Location: In-person

Job Type: Full-time

Safety-Sensitive Position: Yes