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Job Description:

The Newtown Public School District values the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to our students and community. We are committed to recruiting, supporting, mentoring, coaching and retaining a highly motivated, dedicated, and enthusiastic staff. We welcome your interest in joining us and look forward to meeting you!

POSITION: Special Education Job Coach - Transition Program

LOCATION: Newtown / Danbury

STARTING DATE: Immediate

SALARY: $22.52 / Hour

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Report to the Transition Coordinator and Supervisor of Pupil Services
• Support and supervise students (18 to 22 year olds) individually and/or in small groups in the classroom and in community vocational worksites
• Under the direction of the Special Education / Transition Coordinator, implement and support student needs within the community and daily functional living skills
• Teach and continually evaluate student skills and abilities at worksites and assist with appropriate learning strategies when necessary
• Consistently work to improve student independence
• Maintain progress notes and assess level of performance both in the community, worksite and/or classroom
• Maintain strict confidentiality at all times

QUALIFICATIONS:

• College degree in education, psychology, human services, or related field preferred
• In lieu of degree, minimum of three (3) years of related experience working in special education, vocational or life skills program or directly with individuals with intellectual or other disabilities is required
• Must be able to work harmoniously with others to encourage and enhance student performance and the Team process

APPLICATIONS: Interested candidates are invited to apply online through the following link: www.applitrack.com/newtown/onlineapp/

The Newtown Public School District values the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to our students and community. We are committed to recruiting, supporting, mentoring, coaching and retaining a highly motivated, diverse, dedicated, and enthusiastic staff. We welcome your interest in joining us and look forward to meeting you!

The Newtown Public School District is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. The Newtown Public School District does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, status as a domestic violence victim, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.