Job Coach for Transition Program

Beginning January 4, 2027 full time, but training and shadowing to occur during November/December 2026.

Job Coach

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Illinois Educator License with Stipulations, endorsed as a Paraprofessional
• Knowledge of basic office equipment and/or programs such as personal computer, email, Google Docs, copy machine, document shredder, etc.
• Ability to work independently and use good judgment
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a variety of people: students, staff, parents, community stakeholders
• Able to maintain confidentiality
• Illinois licensed driver with clean driving record for the past three years
• Able to obtain a school bus driver permit

REPORTS TO and EVALUATION BY: Director of Special Education

CONTRACT: School Year

PURPOSE OF JOB: The Job Coach will provide support to students ages 18-21 with disabilities in classroom and community vocational settings as directed by the transition staff. This person will work cooperatively with employers, team members, and support staff as well as working independently with students at their vocational training job sites. The Job Coach will also be responsible for assisting transition staff with required paperwork, assessments and maintenance of student records.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as a positive role model to students in community and instructional settings.
• Provide 1:1 instruction and/or small group instruction in both classroom and community vocational settings (job sites).
• Communicate with employers regularly to advise the transition teacher of possible developments or concerns.
• Evaluate student progress and record data.
• Implement medical or behavior plans specific to student needs as necessary.
• Work flexibly with students of varying abilities.
• Recognize opportunities to fade support when applicable.
• Provide input into job development and additional/alternative job duties for students.
• Attend team meetings when applicable.
• Demonstrate professional work ethic and excellent interpersonal skills to promote a positive image of District 124.
• Assist with required paperwork including but not limited to DRS forms, transportation notices, student data and classroom correspondence.
• Drive students to and from home and job sites in district vehicles.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.21 - $28.20 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• A criminal background check is required for this position. Are you willing to complete that and do you believe you will pass?
• If you are seriously interested in this position, please apply at: https://www.applitrack.com/grant124/onlineapp/\_application.aspx?posJobCodes=474&posFirstChoice=Support%20Staff&posSpecialty=Job%20Coach%20for%20Transition%20Program

Work Location: In person