Bloom Instructor

upelo Campus

Status:
Full‑Time

Term of Employment: 9‑Month

Employment Starts:
August 12, 2026

Benefits:
Listed in Employee Handbook

Classification:
Faculty

Salary:
Varies due to the position's requirements and the applicant's qualifications.

Entry level

• Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in teaching individuals with intellectual, developmental, or learning differences.
• Minimum of three years of experience working with special populations.
• Strong knowledge of workforce opportunities, career readiness, and inclusive employment practices.

• Master's degree with an emphasis in teaching individuals with intellectual, developmental, or learning differences.
• Minimum of three years of experience working with special populations.
• Strong knowledge of workforce opportunities, career readiness, and inclusive employment practices.

The Bloom Work-Based Learning Instructor is responsible for providing high-quality instruction and support to second-year Bloom Academy students, with a focus on work-readiness, career exploration, and independent living skills. The instructor will serve as a bridge between classroom learning and real-world employment experiences, preparing students to transition successfully into the workforce.

• Design and deliver engaging instruction in work-readiness, career exploration, and independent living skills, tailored to neurodivergent and special needs learners.
• Coordinate and supervise student participation in job shadowing, internships, community-based work experiences, and on-campus employment opportunities.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with local businesses, organizations, and agencies to expand inclusive work-based learning opportunities.
• Provide on-site job coaching and individualized support to students in workplace settings, gradually fading assistance to promote independence.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians, case managers, and employers to share updates on student progress, strengths, and growth areas.
• Assess and document student progress in both classroom and workplace environments, making recommendations for further development.
• Collaborate with the Bloom Program Coordinator and other staff to ensure program alignment and student success.
• Position requires flexibility between classroom-based instruction, community job sites, and on-campus employment settings.
• Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required to support student work experience or employer partnerships.