College Readiness Instructor- Summer Transition Programs

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: ASU Campus - AZ

Position Type: Seasonal

Education Level: Not Specified

Salary Range: $30.00 - $45.00 Hourly

Job Category: Education

Job Overview: The Foundation for Blind Children (FBC) is seeking a College Readiness Instructor to support our College Prep residential program, which serves high school students with visual impairments that have just finished their junior or senior year of high school (ages 17 – 19). This 5-week long program, located on a college campus, is designed to help students gain the knowledge and skills necessary for success in post-secondary education.

As an instructor, you will work with students in one‑on‑one and small group settings, providing guidance on navigating the college application process, understanding college degree paths, and preparing for independent living and academic success.

This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on students' futures and help them navigate the world of work and academics with college readiness tools. You will have the chance to work alongside other instructors in the areas of Activities of Daily Living, Orientation & Mobility, Career Readiness, Orientation & Adjustment to Disability, and College Readiness helping students become independent, confident, and prepared for their futures.

The College Prep program runs at the same time as our Teen‑to‑Work program where students gain real‑world experience by preparing resumes, participating in job interviews, and potentially interning or job-shadowing in fields of interest. This program offers students their first opportunity to live independently, handling tasks like meal preparation, laundry, budgeting, and transportation. The College Prep program similarly focuses on helping students prepare for independence including understanding college life, navigating administrative tasks like FAFSA, academic advising, and time management, with a focus on self‑advocacy.

Both programs also include a variety of social and recreational activities, such as bowling, ropes courses, indoor skydiving, escape rooms, ice skating, movie theaters, swimming, fitness classes, and more, providing students with opportunities to engage, have fun, and build confidence. This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on students' futures, guiding them as they transition into the workforce and post‑secondary education with the support of college readiness skills.

• Post‑Secondary Services Instruction: Plan and implement individualized and group lessons on various college readiness topics, including understanding different college degree types, college credits, and degree paths aligned with students' preferences and goals.
• College Application Guidance: Help students with the college application process, including completing applications, registering for classes, and understanding key concepts related to enrollment.
• Financial Aid Support: Assist students in applying for FAFSA, and provide guidance on evaluating financial aid offers, including grants, scholarships, and loans, helping students make informed decisions about funding their education.
• Disability Services Support: Educate students about disability services provided by colleges, assisting them in enrolling in these services to ensure academic accommodations are in place.
• Vocational Rehabilitation
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Guide students in understanding Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services and the requirements to maintain enrollment in VR programs while transitioning to college.
• Collaborative Teaching: Work with other instructors in other instructional areas such as Orientation & Mobility (O&M), Assistive (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Activities of Daily Living (ADL), and Orientation and Adjustment to Disability (OAD). Foster a collaborative environment with instructors to ensure consistency in instruction, reinforce key skills, and ensure students meet their learning objectives across various subjects to enhance students' learning experiences.
• Progress Documentation: Complete daily notes on lessons, track student progress, and provide monthly reports to Vocational Rehabilitation.
• Support Field Trips &…