Special Education Mentor: Life Skills & Transition Coach

Project Genesis Inc; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Project Genesis Inc in Groton, CT is seeking a Special Education Mentor / Transition Teacher to work one-on-one with students with disabilities as they transition from high school into adulthood, teaching life skills and supporting educational goals.

You will deliver individualized instruction in community-based settings, teach communication, budgeting, workplace readiness, and independent living, and help students pursue educational, employment, and personal goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• College coursework or a degree in Education, Special Education, Psychology, Human Services, Social Work, or a related field is preferred.
• At least one year of experience in education, special education, behavioral health, or human services.
• Knowledge of IDEA and transition services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized instruction in community-based settings.
• Teach life skills including communication, problem-solving, budgeting, workplace readiness, and independent living.
• Support students as they work toward educational, employment, and personal goals.
• Maintain student progress notes and IEP portfolios.
• Implement positive behavior supports and evidence-based teaching strategies.
• Build positive relationships with students, families, schools, and community partners.
• Travel locally (within approximately 30 miles) to provide services.

Skills

Patience

Encouraging

Dependable

Passion for student success

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Degree in Education/Special Education/Psychology/Human Services/Social Work

Job description

Project Genesis Inc in Groton, CT is seeking a Special Education Mentor / Transition Teacher to work one-on-one with students with disabilities as they transition from high school into adulthood, teaching life skills and supporting educational goals.

You will deliver individualized instruction in community-based settings, teach communication, budgeting, workplace readiness, and independent living, and help students pursue educational, employment, and personal goals.