Travel Trainer

The Kennedy Collective • New London, CT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Travel Trainer helps seniors, transition-age students, and people with physical and developmental disabilities learn how to use public transportation safely and on their own. This is a community-based role that works across Connecticut on fixed route bus and rail systems. You will teach real-world travel skills, guide riders through live transit practice, and help people gain more freedom in daily life. The most important outcome of this role is helping participants build the skills and confidence to use public transit with greater independence and safety.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Knowledge of fixed route public transit systems
• Ability to teach and support people in community-based settings
• Skill using mobile apps for maps, routes, and schedules
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365, email, Outlook scheduling, and documentation
• Strong planning, time management, and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
• Ability to travel statewide and ride transit with participants
• Ability to work outdoors and in varied weather conditions

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting people with disabilities, seniors, or transition-age youth
• Experience in training, coaching, or community instruction
• Familiarity with reduced fare programs and transit access supports
• Experience working with schools, public agencies, or community organizations
• Bilingual communication skills

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one travel training
• Teach participants how to safely use fixed route transit in real community settings.
• Assess rider needs and build training plans
• Identify barriers, strengths, and goals so each participant receives the right level of support.
• Teach core transit and safety skills
• Cover street crossing, route reading, transfers, fare payment, landmark use, emergency procedures, and use of mobile tools.
• Manage referrals and documentation
• Respond to referrals, track progress, and complete records on time to support service quality and contract compliance.
• Build community awareness
• Educate schools, agencies, and community partners about the value and availability of travel training services.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Generous PTO
• 401k
• Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED