What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Job Coach – Transition Program position at Newtown Public Schools?
VACANCY
March 17, 2025
POSITION: Special Education Job Coach – Transition Program
LOCATIONS: Newtown / Danbury
STARTING DATE: Immediately
REMUNERATION: $21.23 / Hour
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Report to the Transition Coordinator/ Special Education Case Manager and Director of
- Support and supervise students (18 to 22 year olds) individually and/or in small groups
- Teach and/or model skills needed to support students to work successfully in a variety of
- Collect data on student progress and independence.
- Drive Program vehicle (school transit van with up to 15 seating capacity) for morning or
afternoon home/school pickup/drop off or during the day in the community as directed by
the Director of Pupil Services.
- Maintain rules of confidentiality.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- College degree 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
- Valid CT driver’s license
- Already possess or agree to obtain CT “V” driving endorsement after employment
acceptance. If endorsement is to be pursued, financial reimbursement of out-of-pocket
expenses will be provided and paid time given for training and/or medical appointments
required by DMV
- Work collaboratively within a team.
APPLICATIONS: Please 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.
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