Retail Track Instructor

JOB TITLE         Retail Track Instructor 

LOCATION        Plano, TX (On-Site)

HOURS             Full Time, Permanent 

REPORTS TO   Vocational Program Manager 

LEVEL               Non-Exempt

SALARY            Min: $35,000.00-$50,000.00

Who we are

We are an innovative mission-driven organization that serves adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, also known as Hugely Important People (HIPsters). We envision a world of inclusion, dignity, and opportunity for people of all abilities. We believe people can do meaningful work, love their jobs, AND enjoy life. If you want to be challenged daily, make a huge impact, and help define the future of disability inclusion, let’s talk!

We provide benefits and support to help you rest easy and focus on things that matter. Some of our perks include:

▪ Generous paid time off                         

▪ Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision)

▪ Company-sponsored 401 (k) plan

▪ Company paid short and long-term disability 

▪ Paid parental leave 

▪ Flexible working hours, including options for occasional remote work for qualifying roles 

▪ Learning and development support

Who We Want

The educational programs are the heartbeat of My Possibilities. As a Retail Instructor, you have the honor and privilege to directly support our HIPsters and make every day count. Retail Instructors will work directly with HIPsters providing real-world training in the retail industry. Success factors include compassion for different abilities/disabilities, flexibility to meet the needs of the program, ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment, and a passion for serving our mission. This position will be making quick day-to-day decisions regarding programming and will need to be able to solve problems through difficult situations.

How You Can Add Value problem-solve

This role is the key to success as an organization. Through working directly with the Vocational Program Manager and Vocational Program Coordinator, you are giving opportunities to this often-overlooked population to experience inclusion in the community. You are the orchestrator of creating engaging vocational education for our HIPsters. Putting HIPsters first in all decision-making, strong communication skills to HIPsters and staff, as well as a desire for fun will make you a great fit for this role. 

Essential Functions:

•    Teaches in both classrooms and community settings to convey retail skills to HIPsters at My Possibilities. 

•    Adapting teaching methods and materials to meet the interests and learning styles of our HIPsters. 

•    Writes lesson plans that meet the requirements of our curriculum template for elective classes and may modify existing core class lesson plans.

•    Assists HIPsters during recreational activities, physical exercises, therapeutic activities, and any other activity that may require slight additional assistance.

•    Lead and transport groups of HIPsters into the community for projects and volunteer opportunities.

•    Responsible for notes regularly and must turn in all documents to the Billing and Contracts Specialist on time.

•    Must adhere to all confidentiality guidelines of our HIPsters and their families.

•    Acts as a role model and mentor to our HIPsters, working hard to always keep a professional demeanor.

•    Regularly keeping up with communication with both staff and families.

Competencies (Knowledge, skills and abilities):

•    Experience in a retail role, required.

•    Experience working with adults with disabilities, preferred. 

•    Experience in using Microsoft applications and Google Drive, preferred. 

•    Understanding of instruction methods including curriculum-based instruction and the implementation of lesson plans.

•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills (sign language a plus)

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

•    Bachelor’s degree, in Special Education, business administration, or related field

•    4 years of direct experience will be considered instead of a degree.

Experience:

•    At least 3 years of experience in a retail role.

•    At least 1 year of experience working with individuals with disabilities. 

Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.:

•    Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record and valid car insurance required.

•    Must be able to clear a background check with no related offenses jeopardizing the integrity of our program.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Working conditions: This position will be required to:

•    Sit, stand, and bend throughout the day

•    Occasionally lift 75lbs.

•    Clean up body fluids to maintain the safety and dignity of HIPsters

Potential employees must pass a background check. 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

My Possibilities is committed to creating a diverse environment and is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law. 

Salary : $35,000 - $50,000