id='p4441_'>Full Time Job Trainer JobID: 4441
Position Type:
Classroom Support/Job Coach
Date Posted:
6/24/2026
Closing Date:
07/08/2026
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The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) has an opening for a full-time job coach/job trainer in our Discover Program within our Student Services Division to work out of our West Chester Storefront location. 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:
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, motivated, 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!
Quick Facts:
Location: 121 E Gay St, West Chester PA 19380
Benefits Eligible: Yes (see attached)
Anticipated start date: Start of 26-27 school year (August)
Schedule: Monday Friday 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: 7.5 hours per day, 5 days per week. Typically either 7:30-3:30 or 8-4 depending on program needs.
Exempt Status: Non-exempt position
Salaried or Hourly: Hourly
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required
Minimum 3 years job coach/trainer experience required
Experience with secondary students required
Experience with autism/special needs population required
Experience with data collection for special education preferred
Willingness to work in several areas of Chester County
Current MVR check required required upon hire (conducted by CCIU)
Must have a valid PA Driver's License with no moving violations for previous three (3) years
Must meet CCIU procedures for transporting students (including motor vehicle record check; please see attached document for more information)
Current police, child abuse & FBI Fingerprint clearances required
Clearance as an MA provider by the Commonwealth of PA and the federal government (conducted by the CCIU upon hire)
Duties & Responsibilities:
Provide support to students in the community newly referred by local school districts to the Discover Program. Students learn job and life skills at vocational sites throughout the county in group and individual settings.
Salary Range (2026-27 school year):
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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.