Transition & Employability Coach for Interns

Waterloo-Community-School-District; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterloo Community School District is seeking a Project Search Skills Trainer for Educational Services in Waterloo, IA. The role starts immediately and requires an Associate degree with relevant experience or equivalent education plus ACRE JobCoach certification within six months.

Responsibilities include coaching interns, developing sites, and preparing participants for competitive employment. Compensation is $18 to $18.50 per hour, full-time, on-site, with duties across hospital and school

Qualifications

• Associates degree and 2 years’ experience or combination of education and relevant experience to equal 4 years.
• Successful completion of ACRE Certified JobCoach Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Knowledge of job coaching supports and accommodations for Project SEARCH interns and inclusive employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized employability skills training and supports to each intern, including coaching and creating accommodations.
• Develop internship sites, write job descriptions and task lists, and assess intern progress.
• Teach safe workplace practices and model professional behavior for interns and staff.
• Assist in interview training and exploring opportunities that match interns’ skills and interests.

Skills

Job coaching

Travel training

Transition support

Diversity & inclusion

Safety compliance

Education

Associates degree

ACRE Certified JobCoach Certification

Job description

Waterloo Community School District is seeking a Project Search Skills Trainer for Educational Services in Waterloo, IA. The role starts immediately and requires an Associate degree with relevant experience or equivalent education plus ACRE JobCoach certification within six months.

Responsibilities include coaching interns, developing sites, and preparing participants for competitive employment. Compensation is $18 to $18.50 per hour, full-time, on-site, with duties across hospital and school