Special Education Teacher Assistant Learning Job Coach; OJT

Overview

Spring Branch Independent School District

Job Description

Special Education Teacher Assistant - Work-Based Learning Job Coach (OJT - On the Job Training)

Job Title:
Special Education Teacher Assistant - Work-Based Learning Job Coach (OJT - On the Job Training)

Reports To: Director of Special Education

Classification: Paraprofessional (Clerical/Teacher Assistant)

Wage/Hour Status: Non-exempt

Days: 188

Salary: See Compensation Plan for Paraprofessional/Administrative Support Staff, Pay Grade 203

Contract: None

Date Revised: 11/15/2023

Assist high school special education students with significant disabilities in various employment settings for nonpaid training experiences (work-related training) under the close supervision of a Work-Based Learning teacher.

Education/Certification:

• Minimum of 48 college hours or high school diploma/equivalent plus pass a District Assessment.
• Educational Aide Certification.

• Knowledge regarding disabilities preferred.
• Ability to assist students in an organized set of educational and skill-building activities per their individual education plans that are intended to prepare them for employment while they are still in school.
• Ability to assist with travel training as part of the students’ post-secondary coordinated set of activities.
• Fluent in English (speaking and writing).
• Ability to assist with lifting, toileting, feeding and other daily living skills as needed.
• Bus driver training as needed, or as required.

• Background related to working with children and parents.

Instructional Support:

• Adhere to Texas Education Agency and district policies and procedures.
• Assist in carrying out the instructional/work-related training program under the supervision of the Work-Based Learning teacher.
• Assist Work-Based Learning teacher with job and task analysis at each worksite.
• Assist in job accommodations and adaptations for students at the worksite.
• Follow Work-Based Learning teacher instruction and guidance.
• Participate in planned staff development and professional growth activities related to work-based learning and other topics.
• Create instructional materials/visual schedules as needed.
• Systematically collect data and documentation and complete situational assessments for students at worksites to support data driven training decisions and plans.

Student Management:

• Work with students using appropriate interpersonal skills and to be a good role model in the development of their employability skills.
• Work with students to develop work-related attitudes, behaviors, and social and communication skills necessary to obtain and maintain future employment.
• Provide support to students in developing self-determination and self-advocacy skills.
• Provide direct support to students with disabilities as indicated in the students’ IEPS.
• Follow the students’ IEPS and the modifications and instructional techniques recommended by related service staff.
• Proficient in students’ individual communication methods and strategies.

Other:

• Be flexible as the assigned job coach training worksites may change as student data, documentation, and transition assessments are reviewed periodically.
• Represent SBISD in the community, exhibiting professionalism at all times.
• Maintain positive relationships with community businesses that serve as SBISD worksites.
• Serve as a resource to other staff on issues related to students’ needs and progress.
• Has reliable transportation to and from worksites.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Supervision of Students at the Worksite:
Provide the appropriate level of supervision and support at the worksite to ensure student safety while developing job skill sets and independence. Maintain close communication with the Work-Based Learning teacher and immediately report concerns or incidents as they occur.

Computer and various equipment utilized in vocational training.

Mental Demands:

• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Work with frequent interruptions.
• Work with various types of disabilities including mental retardation, autism, and…