Vocational Instructor - Part Time

Join Our Team as a Vocational Instructor at Riverview School!

Are you looking for a rewarding, part-time opportunity to make a real difference in young adults' lives? Nestled on scenic Cape Cod, Massachusetts, Riverview School—recognized as one of Cape & Islands Business’s 2025 Best Places to Work—is an independent boarding school dedicated to empowering students with complex learning challenges and intellectual disabilities.

As a Vocational Instructor, you will guide, mentor, and prepare our students for successful, independent futures by teaching essential job skills and providing hands-on training across various industries and local community partners.

Why You’ll Love Working at Riverview

• Meaningful Impact: Empower young adults to gain real-world vocational experience, build confidence, and achieve personal independence.
• World-Class Campus Benefits: Enjoy free healthy meals during your shift and access to our brand-new, $11M, 40,000 sq. ft. Fitness and Recreation Center.
• Perks & Career Investment: Access competitive pay, opportunities for overtime/cross-departmental work, structured paid time off, tuition reimbursement, EAP, and professional development—including a fully funded Master’s Degree program for eligible staff.
• Vibrant Community: Join a supportive, compassionate team in a coastal community surrounded by scenic beaches and historic Cape Cod charm.

Position Overview

• Job Title: Vocational Instructor (Part-Time)
• Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Pay Range: $19.00 – $22.00 / hour

Key Responsibilities

• Hands-On Instruction: Teach practical job skills and provide on-the-job training adapted to meet each student's unique learning needs.
• Community Collaboration: Partner and communicate effectively with local businesses and organizations to facilitate mutually beneficial vocational opportunities.
• Student Growth & Tracking: Collect weekly student performance data and provide quarterly progress reports to highlight growth and achievements.
• Safe Transportation: Transport students safely to and from community job sites.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 1–2 years of experience working with individuals with learning and intellectual disabilities (independent school experience preferred).
• Skills & Passion: Strong written, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with an ability to integrate technology into instruction in a fast-paced environment.
• Core Requirements:
• Passion for special education and Riverview's mission.
• Current, valid driver’s license and comfort driving students.
• Clear background checks (CORI, SORI, DCF) and fingerprinting clearance.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. (we are not considering visa applicants at this time).
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.

Ready to Join Our Community?

If you're passionate about empowering students and growing your career in a supportive, world-class setting, we want to meet you!

Please submit your online application, resume, and cover letter.

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16.0 per week

Benefits:

• Referral program

Work Location: In person