Job Coach/ Paraprofessional - Full-Time

About the role

The Calais School is a state-approved provider of special education for students with special needs, serving students in grades K–12+ with multiple learning disabilities. As a Job Coach/Paraprofessional, you will provide additional support to Special Education students with life skills on job sites and community-based instruction.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities such as arrival/dismissal, classroom transition times, mealtimes, and recess.
• Monitor children to ensure a safe and effective learning environment.
• Assist with field trips and special activities.
• Chaperone and monitor students on bus trips to job sites.
• Accompany students on job sites and assist with soft skills and technical job skills.
• Provide guidance to assure students adjust to job routine, follow instructions, and adhere to rules and regulations.

Requirements

• Education: College, Associate's Degree or higher.
• Substitute Teacher Certification, required (assistance provided if you do not already have it).
• Related job field work experience with demonstrated ability to work without constant supervision and an interest in special education.

Physical Skills

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, ascend/descend stairs, use hands to finger, handle or feel; talk and hear.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
• Must be able to demonstrate the appropriate CPI holds or be able to learn the skills.

For more information about The Calais School, visit www.thecalaisschool.org.