BRIDGES Instructor (PT)

Orange County Community College (SUNY Orange) located in the scenic Hudson Valley is a multi-campus College with locations in the cities of Middletown and Newburgh NY. We proudly claim the distinction of being the first county-sponsored New York State Community College. And for over 70 years SUNY Orange has been the primary workforce provider and educational resource for residents of Orange County and neighboring counties.

Our students come from all walks of life and are committed to their education and career development. Our graduates speak highly of a curriculum that challenges them and prepares them upon graduation to be competitive and successful if they are directly entering the workforce or to thrive when they transfer to four-year institutions. SUNY Orange values diversity has been certified as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and has been named a Military Friendly college.

The College seeks dynamic individuals eager to engage in thoughtful energetic and impactful leadership and to help shape the future of a College that is respected within its community. If you desire the opportunity to mold the members of our diverse student body into the accomplished professionals and leaders they wish to become crave an administrative atmosphere where creativity and forward-thinking ideas are welcomed and are willing to roll up your sleeves to make it all happen we encourage you to consider joining our College community.

SUNY Orange is seekinga dynamic and student-centered part-timeBRIDGES Instructor to support an inclusive postsecondary education program on the Newburgh campus. This position is designed for an educator who is passionate about inclusive teaching and supporting College students with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in developing academic career readiness socialand community engagement skills.

The Instructor will teach two courses and co-teach one additional course with a particular focus on Community Enrichment and Career Readiness while working collaboratively with program staff and College faculty to create an engaging inclusiveand age-appropriate College learning experience.

The successful candidate will have a strong educational background and demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction while maintaining high expectations for student participation growth independence self-determination career development and meaningful community engagement.

Education Required: AssociatesDegree or higher from an accredited institution.

Experience Required: At least two years of experience teaching instructing or providing educational support to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in a school transition postsecondary or other educational setting.

Must have reliable transportation to and from the College campuses and other sites as needed.

Preferred Knowledge Skills Abilities and Worker Characteristics:

• Bachelors degree or higher in Education Special Education Inclusive Education Secondary Education Elementary Education Adult Education or a closely related educational field.
• New York State teaching certification or other recognized teaching credential..
• Experience teaching students with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
• Experience with transition-age students or young adults.
• Experience in a Community College College University transition program or inclusive postsecondary education program.
• Experience teaching or facilitating community enrichment career readiness career exploration or employment-preparation programming.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction Universal Design for Learning and inclusive educational practices.
• Experience developing curriculum lesson plans instructional activities and student learning assessments.
• Experience supporting self-determination self-advocacy executive functioning community engagement career exploration and workplace readiness.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students faculty staff administrators employers and community partners.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines with a high degree of accuracy professionalism diplomacy and confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and in an accessible manner.
• Bilingual skills.

Deadline for Applying: Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until a successful candidate has been identified.

Position begins: ASAP

Salary: $25 - $28 per hour approximately 15 hours per week. This position is contingent upon the continued availability of grant funds.

SUNY Orange offers a competitive benefits package which includes:

• Retirement Plans
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible

Please see application instructions below.

Orange County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin religion creed age disability sex gender identification sexual orientation familial status pregnancy predisposing genetic characteristics military status veteran status domestic violence victim status criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education. Inquiries regarding this non-discrimination policy may be directed to: Iris Martinez-Davis Civil Rights Compliance Officer 115 South Street Middletown NY 10940

Create a SUNY Orange Employment Account by clicking on the APPLY NOW button. Upload the following documents which are required for consideration:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• References: Include three (3) professional references (including names phone numbers and e-mail addresses). References will not be contacted without prior permission of the candidate.
• Orange County Community College values a diverse and inclusive community. Please include in your cover letter an answer to the following questions:
  1. How has diversity and inclusion played a part in your career
  2. How would you bring that insight into your position at the college

Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Foreign transcripts which are not accompanied by an evaluation from an approved agency may not be reviewed. Applicants may contact NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluating Service) at to obtain a list of members providing this service. Any expenses incurred for this service must be borne by the applicant. Foreign transcript translations by applicant or educational institution are not acceptable.

All applicants must have the legal right to accept employment in the United States. SUNY Orange does not support visa applications.

Employment at the College may be subject to the favorable result of a background investigation.

Returning Applicants - Login to your SUNY Orange Employment Account to check your completed application.