Job Coach, John Paul II Center for Special Learning

Diocese of Allentown • Cumru Township, PA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The John Paul II Center for Special Learning, part of the Diocese of Allentown, is seeking a part-time Job Coach for their Shillington location. This 10-month position during the school year focuses on assisting secondary students in developing independence and job skills. The role involves one-to-one and small group support both within the school and at community work sites. The Job Coach will work closely with students to enhance their existing skills and foster new ones, aligning with each student's Individual Education Plan (IEP). Responsibilities include documenting student progress, collaborating with the Transition Coordinator to ensure IEP compliance, and splitting time between classroom and community settings. The position requires completing trimester progress reports and creating monthly work schedules. The candidate will work 29 hours per week during the school year.

Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma required.
• Must have strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of how to navigate through sensitive matters and the ability to support and teach students with intellectual, physical, and psychological disabilities.
• Possess the ability to work independently, implement plans, demonstrate flexibility, and maintain confidentiality regarding consumer/Program activities.
• Required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment.
• Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances, with a diversity of individuals.
• Background clearances required (Child Abuse, PA Criminal Check, Fingerprinting, Mandated Reporter Training, and Protecting God's Children Training).
• Have a valid driver's license and clean driving record to transport individuals to community activities in program vehicles.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in special education is a plus.
• Possess a valid PA driver's license to transport students to and from external job sites.

Responsibilities

• Prepare transition instructions and materials under the direction of the transition coordinator.
• Provide additional secondary classroom support under the guidance of the classroom teacher.
• Complete trimester progress reports and create monthly work schedules.
• Learn and employ individual communication strategies, behavioral, and medical protocols.
• Report to the classroom teacher job site progress to be incorporated into the IEPs.
• Build positive relationships in the community, at the job sites and within the John Paul II Center.
• Escort the students from on and off the bus; parent pickup/drop off, etc.
• Other duties as assigned by the transition coordinator, classroom teacher and Principal.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED