Job Experience Training (JET) Coach

Starting Rate

$18 - $22 /hour based on experience

About the Role

Atlantis Academy, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope is seeking a Job Experience Training (JET) Coach to join our award-winning Special Education team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction! If you excel in a hands-on, student-centered special education environment, are passionate about preparing students for meaningful employment, and bring patience, creativity, strong coaching skills, and a solutions-oriented mindset to your work — We Should Talk!

As a Job Experience Training (JET) Coach, you will support students and young adults with disabilities in paid and non-paid vocational placements within community business settings. In this highly hands-on role, you will help students build employable skills, workplace confidence, and greater independence while serving as a key bridge between the school program and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Implementing individualized on-site and community-based vocational instruction aligned to each student's transition plan, goals, and objectives.
• Coaching and training students and young adults in appropriate workplace behaviors, task completion, and job-specific skills in both community and job-site settings.
• Consulting with teachers and the Center Director regarding student progress and supporting the effective implementation of instructional and vocational plans.
• Modeling professional work maturity skills, including appropriate communication and relationship-building with business partners and community agencies.
• Supporting instructional staff in reinforcing lesson plans and strengthening students' applied vocational competencies.
• Providing one-on-one and small group instruction focused on job task mastery and workplace readiness skills.
• Developing students' interpersonal and self-advocacy skills necessary for successful workplace integration.
• Assisting in assessing student strengths, growth areas, and support needs related to vocational, social, and independent living skills.
• Maintaining a safe work and community environment by actively supervising students, remaining alert, anticipating potential risks, and proactively intervening when needed.
• Coordinating with employers and program partners to ensure alignment with work-based learning objectives and student development goals.
• Counseling and preparing students in job search strategies, interview techniques, and career exploration to expand employment opportunities.
• Monitoring and evaluating student performance across various work sites by conducting visits, gathering employer feedback, and identifying opportunities for skill refinement.
• Supporting and monitoring students in community-based settings to strengthen functional life skills and independence.
• Collecting and maintaining accurate data and documentation in accordance with student program requirements and organizational standards.
• Transporting students safely to and from work and community sites using approved program vehicles.
• Tutoring and reinforcing vocational competencies such as workplace expectations, communication skills, and self-determination strategies.
• Complying with all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements while promptly reporting any known or suspected concerns.
• Participating in required meetings, professional development sessions, and ongoing training initiatives.
• Promoting a collaborative and respectful work environment by demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and constructive communication.
• Assisting with planning instructional materials, supporting classroom or work-site activities, and fulfilling substitute or program support responsibilities as needed.
• Performing additional duties as assigned to meet evolving student and program needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with passage of basic skills test.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in education or a closely related field of study preferred.
• Hold currently or have the ability to obtain a valid FL state driver's license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.
• Willingness and ability to drive a company van and transport students within the community.
• Prior experience and/or highly knowledgeable in providing children with vocational education, job coaching services and/or job experience training.
• Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance, particularly for students with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional behavioral disorders and/or other related disabilities.
• Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that move them toward realistic goals.
• Highly skilled in building relationships with students, parents, teachers and community and/or business partners.
• Proven ability to effectively prioritize tasks and meet deadlines while maintaining organization and attention to detail.
• Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
• Well-versed in the use of relevant technology including experience with computers, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
• FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
• Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Personal Protection Insurance Plans
• Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program
• Legal Services Insurance
• Pet Health Insurance
• Accrual-based Paid Time Off
• School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
• Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
• 401k Retirement Saving Plan
• Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
• Opportunities for Growth & Development