Step-Up Program Instructors

Step-Up Program Instructors
The Continuing Education Centre at American University of Beirut (AUB) and The Lebanese Down Syndrome Association (LDSA) are collaboratively running an adapted inclusive university program for young people with special learning needs to support their transition into the workforce.  This academic program is based on the Life Centered Education program and similar such university programs offered by institutions such as Lesley University, USA.
The Step-Up program was launched as a pilot program in March 2015, and emphasizes applied experiential learning as well as traditional academic scholarship.
Job Description:
Instructors recruited into this program are expected to:

Contribute to curriculum development that is responsive to the students’ contexts and serves the program’s aims of providing transition to the workplace.
Provide instruction and adapt, modify, and develop materials to match the learning styles, strengths, and special needs of each of the students
Prepare lesson plans and develop individual learning plans for all students under their tutelage.
Manage classrooms of up to 12 students who are young adults with special learning needs, and oversee student activities inside and outside the classroom.
Establish an effective line of communication between home and school, and encourage parents to form partnerships with the teacher in the total education of their child’s academic and social well-being.
Coordinate with resource persons from private sector partners and other faculties at AUB to provide special sessions or on-site practicum experience that contributes to their classroom teaching.
Advise students and participate in recruitment and retention activities.
Monitor and assess the progress of students and participate in a multidisciplinary committee for overall assessments.
Serve on program related committees as agreed with the Academic coordinator.
Report to and coordinate with the Academic coordinator on all matters related to the students and the class(es) being taught.

Instructors recruited into this program are expected to uphold values of:

Non-discrimination, tolerance and respecting difference
Ethical practice in work and communication; transparency and confidentiality that respects and protects the students and the program team
Diligence, cooperation and collaborative team work promoting high quality standards and success of the program for all students

Requirements:

Undergraduate or graduate degree in Education, Special Education, Educational Psychology, Psychology or other related fields.
Minimum of 3-5 years experience working with students with intellectual disabilities or special learning needs.
A strong record of engagement with young people with intellectual disabilities or special learning needs and their parents.
A good record of working in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of Arabic or French is an asset.
The CEC-REP and LDSA are equal opportunity employers, and are committed to increasing the diversity of the university community and the curriculum. Candidates who believe they can contribute to this goal are encouraged to apply.

To apply, kindly send your resume, cover letter, and three references to [email protected] with the subject line titled "Step-Up Program Instructor". Incomplete applications will not be considered.