Instructor

Embrace is a learning community centering the lives of autistic individuals. We provide high quality therapy, education, and social opportunities for increased access to opportunities, genuine engagement and enjoyment of life.

Embrace is a small organization working with about 15 individuals at a time. Our hours are between 8:45-3:00.

Role Description

This is a part-time (16-26 hrs/week), on-site role for a Teacher / Therapist at Embrace Therapeutic Educational Program in Durham, NC. The Teacher / Therapist will be responsible for working with 3-6 autistic students ages 9-16 on academic subjects. Instruction will be mostly one-on-one and in pairs. Some academic classes are in groups of six students, but the ratio is no more than 3 students to 1 instructor. Instructors are balancing the presentation of curriculum with providing support for communication, regulation and engagement.

All staff receive on-going training in maintaining engagement, redirection and de-escalation, and preserving clients' dignity in crisis response.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Education, Special Education, Therapy, or a related field
2+ years teaching or working in behavior analysis
Teaching certification or certification as a reading or math specialist
Must have a strong area of expertise. For example an expertise in music, foreign language, fitness, history, biology, yoga, or computer science (a degree/experience in ABA alone is not sufficient)
Excellent Communication skills
Relevant experience in therapeutic educational settings
Ability to assess student's academic needs and prepare instruction and materials accordingly
Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Experience:

Teaching/Therapy: 2 years (Preferred)