Job Coach Teaching Assistant

ROE; Libertyville (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a Support Staff/Job Coach Teaching Assistant to work with young adults in a Transition Program. The role involves developing vocational skills, supervising job training, and ensuring student progress. Ideal candidates possess relevant licenses and experience with Special Education students. This position offers a starting salary of $22.73/hr for a 10-month term, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Special Education students.
• Fluent in English; Spanish proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Model professional behavior and work skills.
• Monitor and provide feedback on student performance.
• Assist with instructional activities and accommodations.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Crisis Management

Education

Paraprofessional License

Substitute Teaching License

Professional Educators License

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Suite

Job description

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Position: Support Staff/Job Coach Teaching Assistant

Date Posted: 5/13/2025

Location: Round Lake Transition Center, Round Lake, IL

Date Available: August 11, 2025

District: Round Lake Area Schools District 116

Job Summary

The Job Coach works with young adults in the Transition Program to develop daily living and vocational skills and supervises job training at partner work sites.

Salary

Starting at $22.73/hr for 2025-2026, 10-month position.

Qualifications

• Possession of a Paraprofessional License, Substitute Teaching License, or a Professional Educators License, with vocational experience preferred.
• Fluent in English; Spanish proficiency preferred.
• Experience working with Special Education students.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, or similar applications.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation; proof of insurance and meeting Employee Driving Policy requirements.
• Criminal Background Check compliant with Illinois state requirements.
• Self-motivated, organized, dependable, and able to work independently and meet deadlines.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Essential qualities include respect for diverse backgrounds, knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to support child development, confidentiality, teamwork, sensitivity, patience, and effective crisis management.

Physical Requirements

Must have adequate physical strength, stamina, agility, and sensory acuity to perform job duties.

Essential Functions

• Model professional behavior and work skills.
• Monitor and provide feedback on student performance.
• Maintain documentation of student progress.
• Ensure safety and maintain professional relationships with community partners.
• Participate in meetings and training.
• Assist with instructional activities, accommodations, and modifications.
• Supervise students in various settings and transport students when necessary.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Apply online at http://www.applitrack.com/rlas/onlineapp/default.aspx.