Job Coach, John Paul II Center for Special Learning

Diocese of Allentown • Shillington, PA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Assist secondary students in working toward independence and obtaining job skills in one-to-one situations and small groups within the school and at community work sites. Work closely with students to strengthen their skills and develop new ones based on each student's Individual Education Plan (IEP). Document student progress and work with Transition Coordinator to ensure compliance with IEPs. Time will be split between the classroom and the community. Complete trimester progress reports and create monthly work schedules.

Requirements

• 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.

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.
• 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