Professional Development Instructor, abilIT Program

The Professional Development Instructor is responsible for preparing participants for workplace success through the delivery of comprehensive workforce readiness, career development, and professional skills training. Utilizing a person-centered approach, this position equips participants with the interpersonal, organizational, and professional competencies necessary to obtain and maintain competitive integrated employment.

The Professional Development Instructor delivers engaging instruction, based on pre-built abilIT curriculum, focused on communication, professionalism, self-advocacy, career exploration, workplace expectations, financial literacy, and employment readiness. This position works collaboratively with instructional staff, employment specialists, employers, and community partners to support participant success throughout the training and employment process.

Requirements

· Bachelor's or Associate’s degree in Workforce Development, Human Services, Education, Psychology, Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related field.

· Minimum three (3) years of experience in workforce development, education, training, human services, career coaching, or employment services.

· Experience facilitating adult learning and workforce readiness training preferred.

· Experience working with individuals with disabilities strongly preferred.

· Experience delivering classroom, virtual, and hybrid instruction preferred.

· Experience developing curriculum, lesson plans, and training materials preferred.