Special Education - Job Coach

Tulsaschools; Tulsa (OK); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A public education district is seeking a Job Coach to assist students with significant disabilities at Tulsa Transition Academy. The role involves supporting and supervising students in their vocational and life skills development aligned with their postsecondary goals. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED, have CPR and First Aid training, and complete OSDE Paraprofessional Registry prior to employment. Previous experience as a job coach is preferred, and proficiency in Microsoft and Google office suites is required.

Qualifications

• CPR and First Aid training must be renewed as required.
• OSDE Paraprofessional Registry must be completed before employment.
• Experience as a job coach in vocational or school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with disabilities in acquiring vocational and life skills.
• Support and supervise students in school and community settings.

Skills

CPR and First Aid training

Relationship-building strategies

Staff development training

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Proficient in Google Office Suite

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 college credit hours or Highly Qualified Test

Job description

Tulsa Public Schools’ existing salary schedules provide career increment adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of creditable service. For more information about the salary for this specific position please review the Salary Schedule for the corresponding Salary Grade (listed above).

About Our District:At Tulsa Public Schools, our mission is to inspire and prepare every student to love learning, achieve ambitious goals, and make positive contributions to our world. We are the destination for extraordinary educators and staff who work with our community and families to ignite the joy of learning and prepare every student for the greatest success in college, careers, and life. Our core values of equity, character, excellence, team, and joy guide how we work and interact with each other and our community.

Position Summary

Directly assist students with significant disabilities who attend Tulsa Transition Academy in acquiring vocational and life skills aligned with their postsecondary goals.

The job coach will support and supervise students while working in the school setting and out in the community.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED
• 48 earned college credit hours from an accredited college or university or successful passage of the Highly Qualified Test

Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.

• CPR and First Aid training and re-certification as required
• OSDE Paraprofessional Registry must be completed prior to employment as a Job Coach.
• Employment Consultant Training
• Annually complete six hours of staff development specifically designed for support personnel working with students who have disabilities.
• Certification in district-approved relationship-building and de-escalation strategies
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Office Suite
• Prefer experience as a job coach in either a vocational or school setting

Physical Requirements

• Adequate physical strength and mobility are required to implement strategies for de-escalation and emergency intervention when necessary
• Be able to run in situations regarding student safety; Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds
• Be able to sit or stand long periods without a break