Aspire Chicago · 20 hours ago
Program Instructor (Lake)
Waukegan, Illinois
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expAspire Chicago is seeking a passionate Program Instructor to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role involves designing engaging curricula, providing hands-on support, and fostering connections to enrich lives in Aspire's Day Programs.
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Responsibilities
Facilitate the training for specific norms of the program area and develop/create task analysis of norms
Develop curricula in the program area to meet specific standards/norms
Prepare lesson plans and training schedules
Train DSP’s and Individual's served on standards/norms
Evaluate/assess Individuals for interests, dreams, goals, skill strengths, and areas of needed skill development
Assess each Individual bi-annually on hard and soft skills. Track areas of growth and areas of need
Create and score outcome measurement tools
Develop plans and recommendations for Individual PCP that meet individual interests, dreams, skill strengths, and areas of needed skill development
Maintain familiarity with individualized clinical programs and implement them accordingly
Monitor Individual's health, behavior, clothing, and hygiene and take corrective action when necessary
Transport Individuals as needed according to the schedule
Perform and assist with personal care, including by not limited to, toileting, transferring, feeding, and showering, as needed
Ensure proper record documentation by Completing and monitoring Individual's goal tracking
Takes an active role as member of the Facilitator Team, working with Manager of Academies, Director, Lead Facilitator, PA’s/DSP’s, PCP, Team Managers, Life Consultants & Clinical Team
Develop and maintain relationships in assigned program area
Communicate concerns to appropriate interdisciplinary team members to support individual needs, goals, and growth
Attend professional development sessions
Monitor and/or create incident reports as needed
Complete all required paperwork and assignments accurately and in a timely manner
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related field
Valid Illinois Driver's License with good driving record
Ability to maintain pleasant working relationships with all stakeholders
Ability to interact positively with individuals who have intellectual or developmental disabilities
Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize work
Effective oral and written communication skills; ability to write reports
Ability to maintain confidential information
Ability to deal tactfully, engaging, and courteously with Individuals, employees at all levels, families, and the general public
Preferred
Experience working with adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities preferred
2-3 years' experience in related field
Benefits
Referral bonuses
Paid training
Retirement plan with matching contributions
Health and insurance benefits
Paid time off benefits
Health Insurance
Benefit Time (Vacation, Sick, Personal)
13 Holidays
403(B) Retirement Savings Plan with matching contribution
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Insurances available
Company
Aspire Chicago
Aspire offers services to children and adults with developmental disabilities, their families and their communities.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$9.2M2025-06-11Grant· $9.2M
Leadership Team
Dani Hollis
Director of Grants & Partnerships
Herbert Washington
Chief Innovation Officer
Recent News
2025-08-13
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