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Continuing Education Small Group Instructor
City Colleges of Chicago
Location : Chicago, IL, 60602
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : $21.31 - $40.00
Date Posted : 1 December 2025
Continuing Education Small Group Instructor for Workforce Transitional Assistance - Part-Time - Grant Funded
🔍 Chicago, Illinois
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- Workforce & Economic Development
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- WIL0001604 Requisition #
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- Nov 03, 2025 Post Date
CONTINUING EDUCATION SMALL GROUP INSTRUCTOR FOR WORKFORCE TRANSITIONAL ASSISTANCE – PART-TIMEGRANT FUNDEDWILBUR WRIGHT COLLEGE
Wilbur Wright College, one of the City Colleges of Chicago, seeks part-time continuing education instructors in support of “Project Wright Access” to bring job opportunities to youth (ages 16 to 24) with cognitive and intellectual disabilities. This program is part of a Job Training and Economic Development (JTED) grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO). Project Wright Access is committed to identifying instructors with a wide-range of experiences in various industries and/or instructors practiced in working with diverse learners who have a willingness to develop new skills.
The small group instructor will work on-site at employers around the City of Chicago alongside students, breaking down tasks into manageable parts and providing support. Gradually, the instructor’s time with the student(s) will lessen as the student gains confidence with the job assignments. This work will be mostly off-site from Wilbur Wright College and may be anywhere throughout Chicago. Work location and schedule preferences of instructors will be considered and optimized in alignment with student needs.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
· Assists with in-person, on-site (at a job site), work-based training of students for approximately 3 to 6 hours per week per student.
· Works with a lead trainer to assist students with job tasks on an as needed basis to prepare each for permanent employment.
· Monitors student progress and communicates performance to instructors, program coordinator, and job site representatives.
· Adheres to the City Colleges of Chicago code of ethics, board rules, policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS
· Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
· Three years of teaching and/or training experience with diverse learners.
· An equivalent combination of education and professional work experience may be considered at the discretion of management.
· Certifications for teaching diverse learners preferred.
· Case management experience preferred.
· Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel.
· Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with diverse population of students and staff.
· Ability to inspire, motivate, and foster confidence in all students.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
· Ability and willingness to travel between Wilbur Wright College and various work sites (as identified for student placement and skills training) across the City of Chicago.
SALARY AND BENEFITS INFORMATION
Freqently Asked Questions
Instructors customize training by breaking down job tasks into smaller, manageable steps to meet diverse learning needs. They work closely with students on-site, gradually reducing support as confidence builds, ensuring practical skill development aligned with workforce transitional goals in Chicago.
Candidates with a bachelor’s degree, teaching experience with diverse learners, and certifications focused on special education or workforce training are highly valued. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong interpersonal skills also enhance effectiveness in supporting Chicago’s youth workforce.
Expect 3 to 6 hours per student weekly, spent on-site at various Chicago employers, coaching youth with disabilities. The instructor collaborates with lead trainers, monitors progress, and adapts coaching methods, often traveling between Wilbur Wright College and job sites across the city.
City Colleges of Chicago emphasizes hands-on, grant-funded workforce transitional assistance for youth with special needs, combining education with real-world job training. The role involves direct engagement at employer sites, fostering confidence and skill-building within a diverse urban community.
Applicants should prepare to demonstrate experience with diverse learners, flexibility for travel across Chicago, and commitment to project goals. The hiring process may prioritize candidates who can effectively bridge classroom instruction with practical job site training under grant-supported programs.
Demand is growing due to increased focus on workforce development for youth with disabilities. However, competition remains moderate, with preference for instructors combining teaching expertise and adaptability to varied Chicago work environments, making specialized skills a key differentiator.
Certifications related to special education, case management, and workforce development aligned with Illinois Department of Commerce grants are advantageous. Local familiarity with Chicago’s employment landscape and compliance requirements also adds significant value to an instructor’s qualifications.
Part-time instructors in this field typically earn between $25 to $35 per hour in Chicago. Grant-funded roles like this often offer competitive hourly rates reflecting specialized skills, with flexibility in scheduling and travel across diverse city job sites factored into compensation.