Supportive Job Coach for Students with Special Needs

Illinois Education Job Bank; Huntley (IL); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Association of School Administrators seeks a dedicated paraprofessional to supervise students with special needs at work placements and internships. You will educate, train and support students enrolled in employment services, coordinating with the Transition Specialist and families to build natural supports.

Flexibility in scheduling is required as work days may vary with program needs and training site availability.

Qualifications

• Must hold an ELS (Paraprofessional) license or Professional Educator License (PEL).
• Good written and oral communication with staff, parents, and students.
• Basic math and computer skills, Google Suite, and general office skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students with special needs at jobs and internships.
• Provide education, training and support to students in employment services.
• Network with team, family and employers to promote natural supports.

Skills

Communication skills

Google Suite

Paraprofessional License/PEL

Education

ELS Paraprofessional/PEL

Job description

This position is responsible for supervising students with special needs at their job and at internships, training sites, providing education, training and support to students enrolled in employment services, while networking with the Team, family, and employer to promote the development of natural supports. Employee will need to be able to accommodate flexible scheduling of hours, as the work day may fluctuate based on program and work experience schedules. Works closely and collaborates with Transition Specialist. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

MUSThold an ELS (Paraprofessional) licenseorProfessional Educator License(PEL). Good written and oral communication skills, ability to communicate with all levels of staff, parents, and student. Basic math and computer skills, Google Suite, as well as some general office skills are needed.

Salary/Benefits

RANGE OF PAY: $17.59 - $18.84 / Hour

Job Coach stipend of $2.50 and mileage reimbursement

Application Process: Apply online. Job # 16045

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page