Part-Time Job Coach: Build Independence in Real Workplaces

WorkReady Texas; Buda (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Work Ready Texas is seeking a part-time Job Coach to assist high school students with mild to moderate disabilities in community-based Work Experience placements. You will support students at local employer sites, helping them learn tasks, understand expectations, and build independence.

Responsibilities include on-site support, teaching job skills, modeling professional behavior, and communicating progress to staff.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Completion of UNT WISE Job Skills Training (online certification).

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site support to students during their work shifts.
• Teach and reinforce job skills needed for workplace success.
• Model appropriate professional behavior and communication.
• Support students in problem-solving and understanding workplace expectations.
• Communicate observations, progress, and concerns to Work Ready staff as needed.
• Assist in developing strategies, accommodations, or prompts to increase independence.
• Represent Work Ready professionally at employer partner locations.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Dependable

Professional demeanor

Education

UNT WISE Job Skills Training

Job description

Work Ready Texas is seeking a part-time Job Coach to assist high school students with mild to moderate disabilities in community-based Work Experience placements. You will support students at local employer sites, helping them learn tasks, understand expectations, and build independence.

Responsibilities include on-site support, teaching job skills, modeling professional behavior, and communicating progress to staff.