AbilityPath is hiring for Community and Site Program Instructor.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of adults with diverse abilities?

JOIN OUR TEAM to facilitate site-based and community integrated group learning activities and empower adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities to lead fulfilling lives.

Compensation: $24-$25/hour (based on education and experience)

Schedule:  Full-time Monday – 6 or 8 hour shifts available between 8:30am-5:00pm 

Positions available in Redwood City, Daly City and Palo Alto

WHAT WE OFFER – Employee Benefits: 

At AbilityPath, we support career development, employee wellness, and recognition. 

• 4 weeks of PTO 
• 10 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits upon hire 
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Performance bonuses
• Educational reimbursement for ongoing professional development
• Mileage reimbursement

WHO WE ARE:

AbilityPath is a non-profit organization that provides a lifespan of services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our mission is to accept, respect, and include people of all abilities. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) learning and building an inclusive community.

ABOUT THE ROLE – What we value:

Life Skills Coaching: Provide one-on-one and group coaching to develop essential life skills to live independently. Tailor instruction to individual needs and learning styles.

Community Volunteering: Facilitate and supervise volunteer opportunities for adults with disabilities, fostering a sense of purpose and community engagement. Coordinate with local organizations to create meaningful volunteer experiences.

Community Engagement: Plan and lead group outings to participate in various community locations such as parks, museums, and local events. Ensure safe transportation and access to services through pick-up and drop-off transportation. Support clients in navigating public spaces while promoting social interaction and independence.

Learning and Growth: Develop learning activities and lead structured learning sessions on various topics such as current events, basic academics, technology use, and social skills. Adapt teaching methods to accommodate different learning abilities and styles.

Physical Health and Well-being: Promote healthy lifestyle choices through exercise programs, nutritional guidance, and wellness activities. Support adults with disabilities in maintaining personal health routines and making healthy choices in their lives.

Recreational and Social Activities: Organize and lead engaging recreational activities that encourage socialization, teamwork, and personal growth. These may include sports, games, movie nights, and holiday celebrations.

Job Skill Training: Lead group training sessions to develop pre-vocational skills. Assist clients in identifying career interests, learn relevant skills needed in the workplace, and develop workplace etiquette.

Creative Arts and Personal Expression: Facilitate accessible art classes, music sessions, and other creative activities that allow adults with disabilities to express themselves and explore new interests. Encourage participation in community art shows or performances when appropriate.

Person-Centered Planning: Participate in developing and implementing individualized support plans. Collaborate with team members, adults served, families, and interdisciplinary teams to set goals, track progress, and adjust plans as needed to ensure each person's unique needs and aspirations are addressed.

Celebrate Progress: Document learning and goal progress for adults with disabilities in case management system.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

Below is a list of education and work experience qualifications. We encourage you to apply even if you may not meet all the listed qualifications and you are interested in joining our team.  

• 1+ years previous work or volunteer experience supporting adults with disabilities
• Associate degree or working towards completion

AbilityPath is committed to recruiting and retaining diverse staff; we strongly encourage BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and marginalized candidates to apply! 

HIRING REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid California Driver’s License/ID and license for at least 3 years if under age of 25
• Clean driving record of 3 years ( minor infractions ok)
• Proof of negative TB test results 
• Verification of occupational physical clearance
• Pass a criminal fingerprint clearance 
• 18 years of age or job permit clearance

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY:

Instructor responsibilities include the physical support of children:

• Physical stamina to lead learning activities: sit, stand, and bend frequently
• Ability to drive vehicle and transport adults with disabilities
• Lift up to 25 lbs. as needed

We encourage applicants to share their access needs during the interview process, upon hire, and ongoing throughout their employment. AbilityPath is committed to making our organization accessible to meet the needs of our team members. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: 

Learning Links is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Our policy prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry (including language-use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license), citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, family care status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, legally protected medical condition, military or veteran status, or other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. AbilityPath will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination against, harassment of, or disrespectful or unprofessional conduct toward an employee based upon any of the protected characteristics listed above or based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful. #LPAP

Ready for a meaningful second chapter?

You’ve built skills. Led teams. Solved problems. Delivered results.
Now imagine using that experience to directly impact someone’s daily life.

At AbilityPath, we support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live fuller, more independent lives — and we’re looking for mission-driven people ready to do work that truly matters.

Whether you’re transitioning from corporate, healthcare, education, public service — or simply seeking more purpose in your next chapter — your experience brings leadership, structure, and compassion into a role that changes lives.

No prior IDD experience required. Just empathy, reliability, and a willingness to learn.

Your Experience Is More Valuable Than You Think

Former managers, teachers, teach professionals, healthcare professionals, corporate leaders, customer service experts — your skills translate powerfully into this work.

Communication. Organization. Leadership. Patience. Problem-solving.

These aren’t just resume bullet points here — they’re life-changing tools.

About Our Opportunities

Our team members provide meaningful, hands-on support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in both community-based and on-site settings. Whether serving as a Program Instructor, Direct Support Professional (Independent Living), Employment Specialist, Job Coach, or Job Developer, you’ll play a direct role in helping individuals build skills, confidence, independence, and connection.

Across all of our roles, the heart of the work is the same: empowering people to live fuller, more self-directed lives — at home, at work, and in the community.

These opportunities are especially meaningful for professionals transitioning into a second career — individuals ready to apply their experience in communication, organization, leadership, coaching, or relationship-building to work that creates visible, human impact every day.

If you’re looking to align your career with your values and contribute to a mission-driven nonprofit community, this could be the next chapter you’ve been searching for.

Education & Experience

In our approach to inclusive hiring, we recognize that traditional job qualifications have often excluded talented candidates from marginalized communities.

Below are experiences that are helpful in this role — but we strongly encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every single item. A combination of lived and learned experience can absolutely make you successful here.

Helpful background:

• Degree in a related field (or equivalent experience)

• Relevant work or volunteer experience

• Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities (preferred, not required)

No experience in the IDD field? That’s okay.
We provide training, mentorship, and a supportive team environment.

Hiring Requirements

• 3 years of a valid California Driver’s License/ID

• 3 years clean driving record (for driving positions)

• Proof of negative TB test

• Physical clearance verification

• Criminal fingerprint clearance

• 21 years of age for driving roles

Accessibility & Inclusion

We recognize that each person has unique access needs. AbilityPath is committed to ongoing accessibility improvements and encourages team members to share access needs during the interview process, upon hire, and throughout employment.

What We Value

• Passion for our mission

• Interest in working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities

• Collaboration and teamwork

• Open, thoughtful communication

• A shared commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

We strongly encourage BIPOC, LGBTQ+, disabled, and multiply marginalized candidates to apply. AbilityPath is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone can show up authentically.

Why This Work Matters

Some careers build profits.
Some build people.

If you're ready for a second career that reflects your values and allows you to see the difference you’re making every day — we’d love to meet you.

APPLY TODAY- Fill out our inquiry form and one of our team members will be in touch with you!

AbilityPath is hiring On-Call Program Instructors to join our team!

The Program Instructor provides engaging instruction in support of high-quality participant services through community based or on-site activities! We are looking for talent folks interested in working with the disability community either at our sites or out in the community! This is a great opportunity for folks looking for career paths in special education, speech, occupational or recreational therapy, non profit, second career! Apply now!

Opportunities available in any of our site locations- great opportunity for students, folks interested in flexible schedule, anyone looking to get experience in this field!

Compensation: $23-24/hr

Schedule: On call and substitutes work flexible hours and can make their own schedule based on their availability. 

ABOUT US:

​We are a non-profit organization that provides a variety of programs and a lifespan of services for individuals with disabilities. Our mission to accept, respect, and include people of all abilities extends to every member of our community. We are committed to the lifelong process of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) learning and application to build a more inclusive culture, where everyone plays a role in advancing DEI. We will always have work to do, and we look forward to doing it TOGETHER!

WHAT WE OFFER:

At AbilityPath, we support a well-rounded career experience with a focus on career development, collaboration, employee wellness, and employee recognition, including the below benefits and opportunities for staff:

• Up to 4 weeks of PTO
• 10 paid holidays*
• Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits upon hire* 
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Performance bonuses
• Educational reimbursement benefit with ongoing professional development and growth opportunities

*Full-time staff only

WHAT WE VALUE:

• Passion for the mission
• Interest in working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities 
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Effective and open communication, thoughtfulness, and ability to adapt
• Shared commitment to DEI in creating a community where all members can represent themselves authentically

We strongly encourage BIPOC, LGBTQ+, disabled, and any multiply marginalized people to apply. AbilityPath is committed to recruiting and retaining diverse diversity among our staff teams. 

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Provide engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction to participants to help them achieve their goals; instruction may be community based, on-site or provided virtually.
• Utilize appropriate modification techniques to respond to challenging behaviors and support behavioral plans to increase engagement
• Complete documentation for tracking participant goals and comment on progress and achievement 
• Supervise and assist participants during volunteer activities, paid work, classes, and other community activities
• Responsible for travel training participants using public transportation and the safety and well-being of participants while out on community outings
• Participate in agency functions and attend staff meetings and other trainings as scheduled
• Maintain professional relationships and provide excellent customer service with external parties, families, care givers, and participants 
• Assist participants in personal hygiene as needed
• Drive agency vehicles as needed
• Transport participants to activities and events; provide route service as needed
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

In our approach to inclusive hiring, we recognize that job qualifications within hiring policies have been used to exclude candidates from marginalized backgrounds. Below is a list of Education and Work Experience that would be helpful to have in this role, however, we encourage you to apply even if you may not meet all of the listed qualifications, as any combination of lived and learned education and experience can make you a successful candidate.

• Education Degree in applicable field 
• Applicable work or volunteer experience 
• Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities preferred

HIRING REQUIREMENTS:

• 3 years of a Valid California Driver’s License/ID
• 3 years of a Clean Driving Record (if applicable)
• Proof of negative TB test results
• Verification of physical clearance
• Passing a criminal fingerprint clearance
• 21 years of age for driving positions

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY:

Employees have the opportunity to share access needs during the interview process, upon hire, and ongoing throughout their employment. AbilityPath recognizes that each person has unique access needs and we are committed to an ongoing evaluation process to make our organization more accessible to meet the needs of our team members.

• Ability to physically respond to adults with developmental disabilities
• Ability to lift/support at least 40 lbs as needed
• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, and bend frequently
• Ability to walk for extended periods of time and support adults with developmental disabilities on community outings
• Ability to drive company vehicles to transport participants
• Ability to sit and keyboard as needed

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: 

AbilityPath is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Our policy prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry (including language-use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license), citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, family care status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, legally protected medical condition, military or veteran status, or other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. AbilityPath will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination against, harassment of, or disrespectful or unprofessional conduct toward an employee based upon any of the protected characteristics listed above or based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful.

Via Services is now affiliated with AbilityPath, thriving together to provide a lifetime of opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities. Learn more at abilitypath.org/affiliationFAQ.