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FRA offers welcoming and flexible work opportunities for those looking to make a difference in the lives of others who have developmental disAbilities. Services are always of the highest quality and we seek employees who are experienced and caring, who enjoy creating opportunities that help people live a full life. Candidates who thrive in a mission based environment and are passionate about this kind of work should apply immediately. Pay is commensurate with other non-profits, and includes PTO, holidays, sick, mileage reimbursement, FSA and 403B available. No health benefits.

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NJ CERTIFIED SPECIAL EDUCATOR:

FRA is a Non-Profit program in Monmouth County providing unique employment training services for people with IDD. Our Project SEARCH is a daily 10-month internship program at Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch for people with developmental disAbilities in their last year of high school through early adulthood, approximately age 35 years. The interns experience total immersion in the workplace of the host business to experience and learn the many employment soft skills needed to become employed. On site, five days a week (8am -3pm) for all 10 months, they gain marketable work skills that they can transfer into jobs in the community. Interns participate in three 11-week unpaid internships to explore a variety of career paths.

Job Summary:
We are seeking NJ CERTIFIED Special Educator with a passion to teach ADULTS with developmental disAbilities. Candidates must be comfortable connecting with this community and be creative, respectful, dynamic, embracing capabilities for employment. Instructors must be experienced teaching pre-vocational skills, communication, and social skills to foster hiring in meaningful jobs. Position starts now. Full Time. Mandatory training provided. Numerous benefits. NO health insurance plan. Use your passion to make a difference for adults with developmental disAbilities.

Responsibilities:

Develop and deliver individualized and group instruction to adults with disAbilities
Work closely with the Skills Trainer to teach pre-vocational and employment readiness skills, including workplace communication, self-advocacy, problem-solving, and task completion.
A full curriculum is available to modify lesson plans and activities that support participants’ transition goals and build skills for competitive employment.
Collaborate closely with hospital department mentors, job coaches, and vocational rehabilitation partners.
Monitor participant progress and provide regular feedback to participants, families, and the Project SEARCH team.
Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet diverse learning styles and needs.
Support different learning, communication, and behavioral needs of the interns
Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including progress reports, attendance, and data tracking.
Support participants during internships within various hospital departments to reinforce skills learned in the classroom.
Foster a supportive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.
Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and family meetings as needed.

Requirements:

Valid NJ Special Education Teacher certification
Experience working with young adults or adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Knowledge of pre-vocational training and transition-to-work best practices.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with a multi-disciplinary team, including healthcare staff, job coaches, and community partners.
Experience developing goals, vocational training plans, or similar individualized supports
Flexibility, patience, and creativity in adapting instruction to individual needs.
Ability to be onsite daily for the entire program and provide support daily to interns placed throughout all hospital departments.
Familiarity with Project SEARCH or similar transition programs (preferred).
CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Job Type: Full-time

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