Top 333 Instructor Jobs in Des Moines Ia

Senior Service Specialist for the Blind 1 (Retreat Instructor)
State of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Mid-level
- Education
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Dance Instructor
Motivate Dance —Ankeny, IA
- From $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Scuba Instructor Dive Professional
Diventures —Clive, IA
- $50 - $350 a year
- Contract
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Teaching
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Nursing Adjunct Clinical Instructor - Dubuque Area - MCHS
MercyOne —Des Moines, IA
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Nursing
- Doctoral degree
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Swim Instructor
Foss Swim School —Ankeny, IA
- From $19 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Experience working with children
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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ELECTRIC TRAINING SPECIALIST
Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities —Iowa
- $95,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Archery Instructor
HelloLesson —Des Moines, IA
- $25.58 - $30.81 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- In-person
- Entry level
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Driver Trainer Class A CDL Truck Driver
Western Express —Urbandale, IA
- Up to $0.70 per mile
- Urgently hiring
- Dry van
- CDL A
- Flatbed truck
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Director of Track & Field Performance
D1 Des Moines Training —Waukee, IA
- $20 - $100 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Middle school
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Children's Soccer Coach
Soccer Shots Central Iowa —Ankeny, IA
- $36 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Children
- Reliable transportation
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Coach/Personal Trainer
Anytime Fitness —Grimes, IA
- $40,000 - $50,000 a year
- Part-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- In-person
- Entry level
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Tumbling Coach
Starstruck All Stars —Pleasant Hill, IA
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience working with children
- Children
- Flexible schedule
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Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach
Johnston Community School District —Johnston, IA
- $5,552 a month
- Part-time
- Entry level
9d
Human Simulation Educator
Des Moines University —West Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Surgery
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Adjunct Instructor, Law, Politics, & Society - 200037
Drake University —Des Moines, IA
- Online Application
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
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Sound Bath Instructor
Plus One, an Optum Company —West Des Moines, IA
- $30 - $75 an hour
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Non-Clinical Adjunct Faculty Health Sciences - Instructor
Des Moines University —Des Moines, IA
- Part-time
- Surgery
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
Security Trainer/QC
First Coast Security Solutions —Des Moines, IA
- $85,000 - $92,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
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Substitute Shelter Care Teacher - Prison Instructor
Heartland Area Education Agency —Des Moines, IA
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Teaching Certification
College of Osteopathic Medicine Adjunct Faculty - Instructor
Des Moines University —West Des Moines, IA
- Spanish
- Doctoral degree
- Mid-level

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Senior Service Specialist for the Blind 1 (Retreat Instructor)

State of Iowa -
Des Moines, IA

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Work from home
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Activities of daily living (ADL) training
Phone communication
Marketing
Professional ethics
Emotional support for clients
Mid-level
Advocacy
Leadership development
Adaptive equipment application
Education
Video conferencing software
Working with students
Emotional safety support
Youth group activity facilitation
Accommodations in instruction
Human Services
Sensory impairments support
Leadership development programs
Video conferences (communication methods)
1 year
Teaching life skills
Training
Business
Assistive technologies
Communication skills
Adult education
Constructive feedback for students
Working with youth
Logistics planning
Video conferencing systems operation

Full Job Description

Job Description

This is a non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

The Iowa Department for the Blind is seeking a Senior Service Specialist for the Blind to serve as a Retreat Instructor. We are looking for an individual with a strong positive attitude toward blindness, a passion for working with diverse populations across all stages of life, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a genuine commitment to learning and teaching.

This position offers an opportunity to join a team of energetic professionals who are dedicated to empowering individuals through high-quality training and support. The selected candidate will participate in one weeklong retreat and one weekend retreat each month. In addition, this role will assist with planning and delivering the Leadership Education Advocacy Program (LEAP), a summer retreat for young adults held from June through August.
The domicile for this position will be in Polk County, though alternative locations within the service region may be negotiated.

Essential Functions:

Instruction and Communication:

Ability to work effectively with retreat participants on a wide range of skills, setting clear expectations and tailoring instruction to each individual’s needs. Able to support clients and students in diverse circumstances across the state.
Demonstrates strong communication skills, conveying information and ideas clearly in person, by phone, in groups, through email, video conferencing, or other communication methods.
Actively listens, engages with participants, and provides constructive feedback. Shows emotional intelligence, remains calm under pressure, and communicates in a respectful and supportive manner.
Contacts clients as needed prior to retreats to answer questions and ensure they are prepared.
Assesses clients’ training needs and provides blindness-skills instruction in Braille, cane travel, advocacy, home management, daily living, assistive technology, leisure activities, group training, and adjustment-to-blindness counseling.
Supports clients in building self-confidence, developing a positive attitude toward blindness, and achieving meaningful success outcomes.

Logistics and Planning

Able to work independently and collaboratively during planning and logistics. Communicates updates clearly, asks questions when clarification is needed, completes assigned tasks, and assists team members as appropriate. Strong critical-thinking skills are essential.
Maintains a high standard of ethical behavior in all environments, including multicultural settings. Demonstrates integrity, honesty, respect, responsibility,
Travels statewide to serve individuals participating in both youth and adult retreats. Appropriate flex time will be provided for hours worked during retreats.

Benefits of Working for the Iowa Department for the Blind and the State of Iowa:
Employees of the Iowa Department for the Blind enjoy a comprehensive benefits package offered through the State of Iowa. Benefits include:

Health Insurance: Access to high-quality medical, dental, and vision insurance options at competitive rates.
Retirement Benefits: Participation in the Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS) with employer contributions, plus optional retirement savings plans.
Paid Leave: Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling options, including potential for compressed or adjusted work schedules and work from home opportunities when appropriate.
Additional Benefits: Life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and other voluntary insurance options.

Working for IDB provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of blind Iowans while enjoying the stability, support, and growth opportunities offered by state employment.

E-Verify and Right to Work
The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in human service-oriented sciences, education, marketing or business and experience equal to three years of full time professional work;

the equivalent of three years of full-time experience as a rehabilitation counselor or teacher shall be considered as qualifying provided the employee has successfully completed training to meet the certification criteria established by the agency;

an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting the equivalent of one year of full-time professional work experience for each year of the required education to a maximum substitution of four years.

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