Part-time School Year Job Coach - 2023-24 School Year Job at Chester County Intermediate Unit

Chester County Intermediate Unit Downingtown, PA 19335

$22.33 - $27.91 an hour
    JobID: 2758

    Position Type:
    Classroom Support/Job Coach/Trainer
    Date Posted:
    5/9/2023
    Location:
    IU Countywide
    Closing Date:
    05/22/2023

    Looking for a great new opportunity for the upcoming school year? We currently have vacancies for part-time Job Coaches within the Discover Program at the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU). The Discover Program offers a comprehensive work-based learning approach related service that prepares high school students with disabilities to transition from school to adult life.

    Job coaches accompany students one on one, or in small groups to community business partners to:

    • Teach students soft skills/employment readiness skills in a community-based location given real life, hands-on experiences.
    • Identify the student’s interests and strengths
    • Assist students in gaining confidence in their abilities
    • Develop work behaviors, problem solving skills, social skills, teamwork and independence
    • Collect data/information on 28 attributes that is shared with student and IEP team for skill development and goal planning

    *Job Coaches may either meet students at the workplace or be required to drive students in CCIU vans.*

    We are currently looking for individuals to start in our program at the beginning of the 2023-24 school year on Monday, August 25, 2023.

    The CCIU is a dynamic educational service agency providing quality, innovative and cost-effective programs and services to enhance the lives of students, educators and members of our communities.

    The CCIU provides services to the 12 school districts in Chester County. This includes services to nearly 86,000 public and non-public school students and over 6,000 educators. The Chester County Intermediate Unit is one of 29 regional educational agencies established by law in Pennsylvania in 1971. Working between the Pennsylvania State Department of Education and the local school districts, the Intermediate Unit's mission is to provide services that can be offered most economically at the regional level.

    Are you motivated to create brighter futures for students, families, and the entire community? If so, we want you on Team CCIU! At the CCIU, we pride ourselves on the creativity, dedication, and collaborative spirit that our employees bring to their work every day, and we know that achieving success together takes a team approach!

    We strive to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate individuals that help us achieve our vision of acting as educational leaders who contribute to a better Chester County and beyond.

    If you are looking for an exciting, challenging opportunity to grow your career, don’t wait – apply today to make Team CCIU even stronger tomorrow!

    The CCIU is currently offering a sign on bonus of up to $1,500 for candidates who apply and are subsequently hired for a position between March 16, 2023, and October 31, 2023. More information will be shared with eligible individuals at the time of hire.

    Quick Facts:
    Location: Countywide - We currently have openings in the Phoenixville, Downingtown, West Grove, and Coatesville areas.
    Benefits Eligible: No
    Anticipated start date: August 28, 2023
    Schedule: Monday – Friday, up to 5.25 hours per day for 180 days per year. Our year runs from late August – early/mid-June following a typical school schedule which would be shared with the final candidate(s) at the time of hire. Summer work may be available for this position if interested. It is not required.
    Work Hours: Varies by location but are up to 5.25 hours per day for up to 26.25 hours per week. Please note that this position would take place during the school day, not after school or on weekends.
    Exempt Status: Non-exempt position
    Salaried or Hourly: Hourly
    Remote Work Available: Not at this time

    Qualifications:
    • High School Diploma or GED required
    • Experience with secondary students preferred
    • Experience with autism/special needs population strongly preferred
    • Experience with data collection for special education strongly preferred
    • Willingness to work in several areas of Chester County
    • Current Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required upon hire (CCIU to conduct)

    • Must have PA Driver's License with no moving violations for previous three (3) years.

    • Current police, child abuse & FBI Fingerprint clearances required upon hire
    • Clearance as an MA provider by the Commonwealth of PA and the federal government (conducted by the CCIU upon hire)

    Pay (2023 - 2024 rates):
    $22.33 -$27.91 per hour based on direct experience taking students into the community and teaching job and life skills. Most successful candidates come in at $22.33/hour.

    Equal Opportunity Employer Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.




Please Note :
ajayjain.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, ajayjain.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.