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Hawkswood School

Job Coach / Instructional Paraprofessional

Hawkswood School, Eatontown, New Jersey, us, 07724

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Hawkswood School is in need of a full time Job Coach / instructional paraprofessional to work in the school‑to‑work transition program. Job Coaches work closely with students under the direction of the Work‑Based Learning Coordinator in meeting each student's individual program goals. This position is available immediately.

Duties And Responsibilities

Discovering and developing vocational interests.

Developing work habits and skills that will maximize success after high school.

Developing the social skills necessary to be a working, contributing member of the community.

Clarifying vocational goals.

Identifying support needs and job modifications necessary to ensure each student’s continued success.

Providing on‑site training, behavioral support, and advocacy for student interns with a variety of community employers.

Assessing student abilities and performance, fostering independence and fading prompts appropriately.

Documenting student progress and interventions.

Collaborating effectively with team members in support of the needs of assigned students.

Carrying out and enforcing safety protocols and procedures especially relating to arrival and dismissal as part of the transportation team.

Collaborating with all staff regarding safety, transportation and student needs.

Qualifications

High School Diploma.

Prior experience working with adolescents.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Demonstrated ability to work independently.

Salary and Benefits Competitive annual salary (between $31,800 and $62,000 based upon level of education achieved and years of experience) and full benefit package that includes medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, long‑term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) retirement plan and paid time off. 12‑month program.

About Hawkswood School Hawkswood School is a private school in Eatontown, New Jersey, approved by the State of New Jersey to provide special education services and supports to students on the autism spectrum and with multiple disabilities, ages 3‑21. We are committed to empowering students with disabilities to be self‑expressed, self‑directed and contributing members of their families and communities.

EOE M/F. Hawkswood School is an equal opportunity employer.

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