What are the responsibilities and job description for the ADT Lead Program Instructor position at Els for Autism Foundation?
Job Purpose
Els for Autism is located in Jupiter Florida on a beautiful 26 acre campus. This position plays a vital leadership role within the Els for Autism Adult Day Training (ADT) Program which is housed in our beautiful 21,000 square foot Adult Services Building designed specifically to meet the needs of autistic adults.
This position is responsible for planning, leading, and overseeing the delivery of high-quality, person-centered programming for adults with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. The Lead Instructor ensures that all participants are actively engaged in meaningful, evidence-based activities designed to promote independence, personal development, and community inclusion.
Create and oversee the implementation of structured daily activity schedules that align with program goals and individual participant needs.
Develop and facilitate group activities that support recreation, independent living, and pre-employment skills (e.g., fitness, grocery shopping, meal preparation).
Implement Applied Behavior Analytic (ABA) principles within instructional practices and behavior management strategies.
Ensure self-determination principles are embedded across all program activities and instructional approaches.
Assist the Day ADT Program Manager in administering assessments and collecting data as required by the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD).
Maintain accurate, timely, and organized documentation, including daily progress notes, monthly summaries, annual reports, attendance records, and incident reports, in Central Reach or other approved systems.
Remain actively engaged in supporting participants, modeling appropriate behavior, and collaborating with coworkers and community partners.
Collaborate with transdisciplinary team members (e.g., SLP, OT, MHC) to develop integrated strategies to address clients' needs.
Provide coaching, training, and supervision to ADT Program Instructors, Direct Support Professionals, Personal Care Aides, Support Assistants, and Volunteers.
Support the onboarding and training of new ADT Program staff.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Rehabilitation, Speech-Language Pathology, Therapeutic Recreation, Social Work or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience teaching/coaching adults with autism and related developmental disabilities.
- Experience in designing for adapting life skills. social skills, and vocational programs tailored to adults.
- Experience in curriculum development, coaching and training support staff working in this field
- Demonstrated knowledge of ABA principles and instructional strategies
- Valid Florida Drivers License
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- Experience with APD/Medwaiver funded programs
- Professional Crisis Management (PCM) certification (or willingness to obtain)
Work Environment:
- Work is performed on campus and in community-based locations.
- Required to sit, kneel, stand, or bend in support of clients' needs.
- Work is normally performed on campus in a typical classroom environment and visually engineered vocational labs, and in community-based locations.
- Responsible for transporting clients as needed to community-based locations using a company van.
Els for Autism is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Els for Autism is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace, where diversity is valued and all individuals, regardless of background, identity, or ability, are respected and provided equal opportunities for success. To learn more, please visit elsforautism.org.
Must successfully complete a Level 2 background check
Salary : $58,000 - $63,000
