MICC
Jake Archbold, M.A. in Teaching, possesses extensive experience in education and program management, currently serving as a Community Program Advisor at Minnesota Independence College and Community since August 2022. Previously, Jake worked as a College Program Instructor and Independent Living Specialist, where skills such as cooking, apartment cleaning, and social interactions were taught to promote student independence. Additional roles include a Job Coach at Bethel University, Head Coach for youth soccer teams, and various positions in facility management and event planning. Jake holds a Master’s degree in Teaching from Bethel University and a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies and Communication from Saint John's University.
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MICC
At Minnesota Independence College & Community (MICC), we apply real-life competencies, a unique curriculum, and experiential teaching strategies to achieve the ultimate goal: that autistic and neurodivergent adults live vibrant, independent lives, by attaining and maintaining employment and creating lasting social connections. We believe in the importance of vocational training. In a society where the ability to get and keep a job is one of the single most important factors to living independently, only 32.5% of autistic young adults currently work for pay. Through MICC College Program, graduates become employed and achieve independence. We believe in the benefits of being engaged in the community. Roughly one in four autistic young adults is considered socially isolated – meaning no contact with anyone outside of their family for over a year. They are more likely never to see friends, never get called by friends, and never be invited to activities. Through MICC College and MICC Community Programs, participants develop lifelong friendships and discover the joy of living a vibrant life. Learn more at www.miccommunity.org