Curriculum Specialist Jobs in Texas

Reports directly to the ISS Manager and is accountable to the LAC Director. Responsible for the day-to-day operation of instructional program, activities, hands on training, and coaching of program staff at the Learning Activity Center. Coordination of client-related services to include provision of supplies necessary for program implementation and documentation. Works flexible hours as required/necessary to adequately evaluate and train employees on work skills and behaviors.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develops and implements staff instructional skills, modification of instructional strategies to meet the needs of diverse clients, creative planning to encourage independence and personal development of staff and clients and fostering an environment where all clients are actively engaged in meaningful activities and lessons on a continuous basis.
• Creates and implements monthly staff development trainings and in-services on curriculum, behavior, program, development, resources, and procedures that will enhance client achievement and employee job satisfaction.
• Performs weekly classroom observations and monthly 1:1 follow up with staff, provides ample follow through, support, and feedback to ensure skills presented and trained on are implemented during instruction.
• Actively pursues and seizes opportunities for individuals to participate in community functions and opportunities for service learning to enhance the self-actualization of the individuals served.
• Instructs staff and the individuals served on acceptable social, work, and interpersonal behaviors in order to facilitate individuals’ ability to be successful in a work environment through encouragement, modeling appropriate behavior, and using principles of reinforcement to motivate.
• Lesson Plan development and works with staff to develop and implement creative and functional lesson plans to meet the needs of diverse clients. Works with Day Habilitation Manager to ensure all paperwork a, lesson plans; staff performance tracking and observations are completed and submitted on a regular basis.
• Reviews and provides counseling and training on outlined activity and lesson plans for classes.
• Ensures that all lesson plans are implemented and followed by staff members.
• Manages classroom materials and supplies. Monitors the conditions of equipment and materials and responsible for purchasing all curriculum materials and supplies for the classrooms.
• Develops and implements behavioral training and support for all program staff. Primary focus on behavior modification and ensuring that all program staff has the tools to support clients during crisis situations.
• Other duties as assigned or specified by policy and procedure.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree involving major study in psychology, sociology, education, or closely allied field Preferred. High school diploma required.
• Three years’ experience in an educational, vocational, or employment counseling, work training, recreation, or therapy working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Current and valid Texas Driver’s License and driving record.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person