Part-Time Job Coach: Empower Students in Real Workplaces

Workready-Texas; Buda (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Work Ready is seeking a part-time Job Coach to support high school students with mild to moderate disabilities in community-based placements. The coach assists students on-site at employer sites to learn tasks and meet workplace expectations.

This role focuses on building independence, professional behavior, and communication. Candidates must pass a background check and complete UNT WISE training; preferred experience includes Special Education, Social Work, or related human services.

Qualifications

• Background check required.
• Completion of UNT WISE Job Skills Training (online).

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site support to students during work shifts.
• Teach and reinforce job skills for workplace success.
• Model professional behavior and communication.
• Support problem-solving and understanding workplace expectations.
• Communicate observations and progress to staff.
• Develop strategies or prompts to increase independence.
• Represent Work Ready at employer partner locations.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient and supportive

Team-oriented

Education

UNT WISE Job Skills Training (online certification)

Job description

Work Ready is seeking a part-time Job Coach to support high school students with mild to moderate disabilities in community-based placements. The coach assists students on-site at employer sites to learn tasks and meet workplace expectations.

This role focuses on building independence, professional behavior, and communication. Candidates must pass a background check and complete UNT WISE training; preferred experience includes Special Education, Social Work, or related human services.