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Job description
Job Coach Position
Meriden Public Schools is seeking a Job Coach for the school year at CCC. The Job Coach is an assistant to the Collaborative Teacher and is to perform the tasks assigned by the teacher and communicate all questions and concerns to the teacher.
The Job Coach must:
Become familiar with each student's IEP and vocational objectives designed for the work site
Communicate with your supervisor about job training sites on a systematic and consistent basis, including problems and concerns
Maintain confidentiality about all personal information and educational records concerning students and their families
Follow district policies for protecting the health, safety, and well-being of students
Collect and record data about student performance
Follow through with suggestions and procedures given by your supervisor
Facilitate communication with employers, as appropriate
Serve as a link between the school and the community work setting
Develop appropriate vocational and social skills within the classroom environment
Write transition/vocational summary reports for Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meetings
All other related tasks as assigned by the supervisor
Required Physical Effort:
Must be able to sit, stand, and walk at an assigned location(s) and work for extended periods of time; bend/stoop, kneel, and balance frequently; climb, reach above shoulder level; push/pull, squat, and crouch.
Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds.
Must be able to drive a multi-passenger van for extended periods of time throughout the day.
Qualifications:
High School graduate
Experience working with students with special needs
Familiarity with the greater Meriden community
Must hold a driver's license with the "A" endorsement or the willingness to obtain
Bilingual is a plus
All immunizations and vaccinations required to work in a medical facility are required for this position
Position Description:
5.5 hours per day - $24.59/hr - This position is available for the School Year
The Meriden Board of Education is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, age, sex, disability, national origin, marital, gender identity or expression, veteran or other protected class status under applicable law in any of its education programs, activities or employment policies.
Worksite address
meriden, CT, 06451, US
Who can apply
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