Special Education Mentor
About The Position
Project Genesis is seeking a Special Education Mentor / Transition Teacher to work one-on-one with students with disabilities as they transition from high school into adulthood. The role provides individualized instruction in community-based settings to help students build academic, vocational, communication, problem-solving, budgeting, workplace-readiness, and independent-living skills. The teacher supports students’ educational, employment, and personal goals and celebrates their progress toward adult success. The position involves maintaining student progress notes and Individualized Education Program (IEP) portfolios, implementing positive behavior supports and evidence-based teaching strategies, and building positive relationships with students, families, schools, and community partners. Local travel of approximately 30 miles is required to provide services where students learn and thrive. The role follows a Monday–Friday school-day schedule; stated first-shift hours are 7:30 a.m. to 3:00/4:00 p.m. Compensation is $21.00–$24.00 per hour based on completed education. A sign-on bonus is mentioned; applicants are asked to inquire about it.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least one year of experience in education, special education, behavioral health, or human services.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record for at least three years.
- Reliable transportation and proof of automobile insurance.
- Ability to obtain a Connecticut Public Passenger Endorsement (A) after hire; company reimbursement is provided.
- Ability to pass required pre-employment and random 10-panel drug screenings.
- Ability to travel locally throughout the service area.
- Willingness to work with a service dog.
Nice To Haves
- College coursework or a degree in Education, Special Education, Psychology, Human Services, Social Work, or a related field.
- Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and transition services.
- Bilingual English/Spanish ability.
- Experience as an educator or paraprofessional, recent graduate, retired teacher, or someone transitioning into special education is welcomed.
Responsibilities
- Deliver individualized instruction in community-based settings.
- Teach communication, problem-solving, budgeting, workplace-readiness, and independent-living skills.
- Support students as they work toward educational, employment, and personal goals.
- Maintain student progress notes and Individualized Education Program (IEP) portfolios.
- Implement positive behavior supports and evidence-based teaching strategies.
- Build positive relationships with students, families, schools, and community partners.
- Travel locally, approximately within 30 miles, to provide services.
Benefits
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- 401(k) with profit sharing.
- Life insurance.
- Long-term disability insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Sign-on bonus may be available; applicants are asked to inquire.
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
