Special Education Job Coach – Transition Program

Newtown Public Schools; Newtown (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Newtown Public School District is seeking a Special Education Job Coach for the Transition Program to assist 18–22 year old students in classroom and community settings across Newtown and Danbury. The role includes supporting daily living skills and coordinating with the Transition team.

Responsibilities include supervising students at worksites, documenting progress, and driving the school van as needed. CT driver’s license and eventual CT V endorsement required. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Degree in education, psychology, human services or related field preferred.
• Alternatively, minimum of three years of related experience in special education or life skills programs.
• Must have or obtain CT driver’s license with V endorsement after employment.”

Responsibilities

• Report to the Transition Coordinator and Supervisor of Pupil Services.
• Support and supervise students aged 18–22 in classroom and community worksites.
• Implement and support student needs in daily living skills within community.
• Teach and evaluate student skills at worksites and assist with learning strategies.
• Work to improve student independence.
• Maintain progress notes and assess performance in community, worksite or classroom.
• Drive the program vehicle for pickups/drop-offs or community trips.
• Maintain strict confidentiality at all times.

Skills

Student support

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

College degree in education/psychology/related field

Job description

August 17, 2026

POSITION: Special Education Job Coach - Transition Program

LOCATIONS: Newtown / Danbury

STARTING DATE: August 24, 2026

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Report to the Transition Coordinator and Supervisor of Pupil Services
• Support and supervise students (18 to 22 year olds) individually and/or in small groups in the classroom and in community vocational worksites
• Under the direction of the Special Education / Transition Coordinator, implement and support student needs within the community and daily functional living skills
• Teach and continually evaluate student skills and abilities at worksites and assist with appropriate learning strategies when necessary
• Consistently work to improve student independence
• Maintain progress notes and assess level of performance both in the community, worksite and/or classroom
• Drive Program vehicle (school transit van with up to 15 seating capacity) for morning or afternoon home/school pickup/drop off or during the day in community when required
• Maintain strict confidentiality at all times

QUALIFICATIONS

• College degree in education, psychology, human services, or related field preferred
• In lieu of degree, minimum of three (3) years of related experience working in special education, vocational or life skills program or directly with individuals with intellectual or other disabilities is required
• Valid CT driver's license
• Already possess or agree to obtain CT "V" driving endorsement after employment acceptance. If endorsement is to be pursued, financial reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses will be provided and paid time given for training and/or medical appointments required by DMV
• Must be able to work harmoniously with others to encourage and enhance student performance and the Team process

The Newtown Public School District values the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to our students and community. We are committed to recruiting, supporting, mentoring, coaching and retaining a highly motivated, diverse, dedicated, and enthusiastic staff. We welcome your interest in joining us and look forward to meeting you!

The Newtown Public School District is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. The Newtown Public School District does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, status as a domestic violence victim, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.