Special Education Mentor & Transition Coach — School Hours

Project Genesis, Inc.; Killingly (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Project Genesis is seeking a Learning Mentor to support students with disabilities transitioning from high school to adulthood. You will provide hands-on educational support and life-skills coaching in community-based settings, following a school-day schedule in Killingly, CT.

Responsibilities include individualized instruction, teaching job readiness, tracking progress, maintaining IEP portfolios, and traveling locally within 30 miles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; coursework in education or human services is a plus.
• 1+ year of experience in education, special education, or human services.
• Understanding of IDEA and related topics.
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and a clean driving record (3+ years).
• Ability to obtain Public Passenger Endorsement “A” from the DMV upon hire.
• Willingness to pass pre-employment and random 10-panel drug testing.
• Ability to travel locally within a 30-mile radius.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a big plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized instruction in community-based settings.
• Teach real-world skills like job readiness, communication, and independence.
• Support students in navigating academics and life goals.
• Track student progress and maintain IEP portfolios.
• Apply effective behavior management and positive support strategies.
• Travel locally (within 30 miles) to meet students where they are.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Behavior management

1+ year education experience

Idea knowledge

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College coursework in education or human services (plus)

Job description

Project Genesis is seeking a Learning Mentor to support students with disabilities transitioning from high school to adulthood. You will provide hands-on educational support and life-skills coaching in community-based settings, following a school-day schedule in Killingly, CT.

Responsibilities include individualized instruction, teaching job readiness, tracking progress, maintaining IEP portfolios, and traveling locally within 30 miles.