Coordinator of Educational Curriculum & Instruction

Coordinator of Educational Curriculum & Instruction

Full time, hourly $27.82-$33.38/hr

Make a Real Difference Every Day: Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?

About Brightway Living & Learning: Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.

The Role: In partnership with the Administrator of Education Curriculum & Instruction, develop new program models focused on improving creative and educational initiatives across multiple program environments. Assist with implementation of academic programming through modeling and providing active to all Brightway ADS locations.

Shift Available: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm

What You'll Do:

• Research new educational activities, programs, and pathways that could serve our population.
• Assist with ordering and maintaining appropriate educational supplies for all programs.
• Communicate effectively with all departments and supervisors for the purpose of ensuring that services are coordinated and meet or exceed expectations.
• Partner with the Administrator of Educational Curriculum & Instruction to enhance the program models within the adult day habilitation environments.
• Provide direct insight into the progress of educational programs to the Administrator of Educational Curriculum & Instruction.

• Develop new and engaging pathways to academic information.

• Model and lead instruction for Direct Support Professionals.

• Adapt and scaffold curriculum to meet the needs of the population.

• Provide constructive feedback to Direct Support Professionals to enhance academic engagement. Work in collaboration with other departments and service providers (Speech, Behavioral, Occupational, and Vocational).

• Create and lead training on instructional strategies for staff.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to Brightway:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education or education-related field required.
• Two years of experience working with developmentally disabled individuals.
• One year of experience developing curriculum based on individuals’ strengths, needs, and abilities.
• Expertise in instruction, curriculum, and/or behavior management of individuals with Autism and/or developmental disabilities.
• Strong computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to design and implement program plans across multiple environments.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

What You Must Be Able to Do:

• Must be able to lift, move, or carry 15 pounds.
• Must be able to kneel, twist, and bend.
• Must be able to perform all physical SCIP techniques.

Why You'll Love This Job:

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
• Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
• Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.

Here’s How We Support You:

• Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
• Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway Living & Learning.
• And More: Paid time off and other valuable benefits!

If You Are:

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
• A good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference

Then, we encourage you to apply and join the Brightway Living & Learning team!

When you join our team, you become part of the Brightway Living & Learning Family! Click here to watch our video to find out more about the Brightway Living & Learning Family.

Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. At Brightway, we believe that with the right support, progress is always possible.