Title: Workforce Readiness Instructor
Department: Program Services
Reports To: Vice President of Workforce Development
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Work Location: 7209 Seawright Drive Savannah, GA 31406
Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Effective Date: August 17, 2026
About the Organization:
EmployAbility is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) to live meaningful, self-directed lives. Through innovative programs, community partnerships, and employment pathways, we work to remove barriers to inclusion and expand opportunities for those we serve.
As a growing organization committed to excellence, EmployAbility combines compassionate service with strategic leadership to deliver high-quality, person-centered supports that promote independence, community engagement, and long-term success.
We believe every individual deserves the opportunity to thrive — and we are committed to building communities where ability is recognized, valued, and supported.
About the Role:
The Workforce Readiness Instructor delivers structured, school-based instruction designed to prepare students with disabilities for successful transition into adulthood. Working directly within partner school systems, this role develops and facilitates engaging curriculum that promotes career exploration, workplace readiness, self-advocacy, and essential life skills.
Through interactive lessons, real-world exposure, and individualized guidance, the Workforce Readiness Instructor helps students build confidence, identify strengths, and explore meaningful pathways for life after high school. This position collaborates closely with educators, transition teams, and community partners to support student growth while ensuring services are delivered with professionalism, creativity, and measurable impact.
Key Responsibilities:
Instruction & Curriculum Development:
1. Design, prepare, and deliver structured curriculum aligned with Career Readiness and Pre-Employment Transition Services requirements.
2. Develop lesson plans, presentations, and experiential learning activities that promote workplace readiness, independence, and future planning.
3. Adapt instructional approaches to accommodate diverse learning styles, abilities, and support needs.
Classroom Facilitation & Student Engagement:
1. Provide dynamic, in-person instruction within school settings that encourages participation and skill development.
2. Foster an inclusive classroom environment where students feel supported, respected, and empowered.
3. Reinforce professional behaviors such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and time management.
Career Exploration & Real-World Exposure:
1. Facilitate industry tours, guest speakers, and career exploration opportunities that broaden student awareness of post-school pathways.
2. Guide students through interest inventories and career assessments.
3. Support pre-employment skill development, including resume building and interview preparation.
School Partnership & Transition Collaboration:
1. Partner with educators, transition coordinators, and school staff to align services with student goals.
2. Provide relevant input that supports transition planning and post-secondary readiness.
3. Maintain strong, professional relationships within partner schools.
Program Quality & Accountability:
1. Deliver services with consistency, organization, and attention to measurable outcomes.
2. Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with program requirements.
3. Contribute to continuous program improvement through feedback and innovation.
Professional Representation:
1. Represent the organization with professionalism in school and community environments.
2. Serve as a positive ambassador for Career Readiness programming and the Workforce Development division.
Competencies:
1. Demonstrates the ability to design and deliver engaging lessons that promote student growth and readiness for life beyond high school.
2. Creates structured learning experiences that are organized, relevant, and adaptable.
3. Leads group instruction with confidence while fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.
4. Encourages independence, self-advocacy, and personal development.
5. Builds strong relationships with students, educators, families, and community partners.
6. Establishes credibility within school systems through collaboration and professionalism.
7. Effectively prepares for instruction while managing multiple responsibilities.
8. Responds effectively to changing classroom dynamics, student needs, and school environments.
9. Communicates clearly and respectfully with participants, students, families, community partners, and team members.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's degree in Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
2. Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or experience facilitating group activities, programs, or educational environments.
3. Must have valid driver’s license and current insurance.
4. Ability to pass required background screenings.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general office technology.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Master’s degree in Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
2. Experience in transition services, workforce programs, education, school systems, or vocational rehabilitation.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
1. Must be able to move throughout program sites and community locations to monitor services and support participants.
2. Must be able to provide physical assistance to participants as needed, including supporting mobility, transfers, or safety interventions.
3. Must be able to operate agency vehicles or safely transport participants when required.
4. Must be able to respond appropriately and effectively during emergencies or behavioral situations.
5. Must be able to work a flexible schedule based on participant and program needs, which may include evenings or weekends.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Compensation & Benefits:
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications. This position is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is eligible for overtime compensation.
EmployAbility offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being and professional success. Benefits offerings for full-time employees include paid time off, paid holidays, access to medical, dental, and vision plans, retirement plan options, and professional development opportunities.
Additional Information:
This position will remain open until filled. EmployAbility reserves the right to close the posting at any time once a sufficient candidate pool has been identified.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Duties may be modified at the discretion of leadership.
EmployAbility is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Savannah, GA 31406
