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Paraeducator / Job Coach
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What they do
A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$39,399 / year median in Connecticut
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Paraeducator / Job Coach Portland Public Schools - 3.3 Portland, CT Job Details Full-time $23.39 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Teamwork Experience working with individuals with disabilities Working with students Direct support Time management
Full Job Description Position Title:
Community-Based Job Coach / Paraeducator (Post-Secondary / Transition Program)
Employer:
Portland Public Schools Location:
Portland, CT /
Community Job Sites Position Type:
Full-Time / School Year Calendar Position Overview Portland Public Schools is seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and person-centered Paraeducator / Job Coach to support young adults with disabilities (ages 18-22) in our post-secondary transition program. This individual will be a part of the paraeducator bargaining unit. In this role, you will work directly with students in authentic community settings—including local businesses, non-profits, and municipal sites—helping them develop vocational skills, independence, workplace etiquette, and self-advocacy. You will serve as the crucial link between the school district, our adult learners, and community employment partners. The program is headquartered in a fully restored historic home in Portland on Main Street. Key Responsibilities
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Direct Vocational Coaching:
Accompany and support students at local worksites, modeling job tasks, breaking down complex responsibilities, and gradually fading support as student independence grows.
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Skill Building & Assessment:
Teach functional workplace skills, including time management, professional communication, task completion, public transportation navigation, and workplace safety.
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Data Collection & Progress Monitoring:
Keep accurate daily logs on student progress toward Individualized Education Program (IEP) transition goals, behavior plans, and vocational benchmarks.
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Community Partner Collaboration:
Act as a positive ambassador for Portland Public Schools by maintaining professional, encouraging relationships with local business supervisors and employees.
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Travel & Navigation Support:
Transport or accompany students to community worksites and assist in teaching community mobility and safety skills.
Online Application Procedure :
All applications will only be accepted via our portal at: https://www.applitrack.com/portlandct/onlineapp/ No paper copies
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Pay:
$23.39 per hour Expected hours: 30.0 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person