Instructional Coach - Cooking and Gardening

Job description

Description The Instructional Coach – Cooking & Gardening bridges the gap between Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and the Program Facilitator by assisting with curriculum planning and training DSP staff in instructional delivery related to culinary and horticultural programming. This role supports quality programming by developing lesson plans, coaching staff, and ensuring consistency of services across the program. The Instructional Coach is also required to carry out DSP responsibilities. Supervisory Responsibilities: - Provide guidance, modeling, and coaching to DSPs on instructional strategies and consumer engagement. - Assist in training, and professional development of DSP staff. - Monitor performance and provide constructive feedback to ensure quality standards are met. - Support the Program Facilitator with scheduling, planning, and staff coverage. - Serve as a point of escalation for concerns related to instructional practices or consumer engagement. Duties and Responsibilities: - Assist in designing curriculum and lesson plans focused on cooking, nutrition, food safety, gardening, and horticultural activities. - Collaborate with the Program Facilitator to coordinate i...