Vocational Job Coach

at Larkin High School, Elgin, United States

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Closing date

Open until filled

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Type of post

Sport and activities
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17 September 2026, on a public job listing

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The advert

Position / Title: Vocational Job Coach Bargaining Unit: NON-UNION Department/Location: Specialized Student Services Calendar Days: 176 Reports To: Principal/Asst Principal of Student Services/Vocational Coordinator JD Revision Date: 07/15/2026 Supervises: N/A Function / Position Summary To play a critical role in providing direct support, training and vocational services to participating students with disabilities whose goal is to be independent through employment. Job Duties / Responsibilities Work with students who have an IEP to develop job training skills at community work sites. Train students to complete job tasks and educational/functional skill activities. Provide total assistance including proper lifting techniques for individuals with increased support needs, as necessary. Facilitate implementation of functional community-based curriculum to guide the development of functional objectives most likely to help the individual reach his/her personal goals. Attend meetings and in-service trainings as assigned. Travel within the district and surrounding communities (required). Promote quality job performance and task completion with each individual student. Promote appropriate use of communication and social skills. Supervise and train so they can progress and learn how to perform their job accurately, efficiently, safely, and successfully. Assist in the development of task analysis for specific work skills. Maintain awareness of all safety activities in the workplace and immediately report any safety hazards and accidents to the immediate supervisor. Monitor and maintain accurate documentation including daily progress on individual objectives, work production, and worksite performance data for the Vocational Coordinator. Work in various vocational settings guiding students to reach their highest level of employment, learning, growth, and independence. Other duties as assigned. Education High school diploma or GED equivalent. Experience / Knowledge Knowledge of various disabilities, challenges, and constraints impacting employment for persons with disabilities. Ability to supervise and communicate effectively. Minimum of three years of work experience. Previous experience working with students preferred. Physical Demands Subject to sitting, walking, and standing for prolonged periods. Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push objects or materials up to 30lbs. with proper technique. Occasional stoops, kneels, crouches, crawls, and reaching. Must be able to work indoors and outdoors. Must work in noisy and crowded environments. Frequently work at a fast pace with unscheduled interruptions. Public contact requiring appropriate business-like apparel. Terms of Employment Transportation is required. 20 hours per week. Days and hours will vary in this position. The starting rate for this role is $23.66/hr. Attachment(s): Non-Union Hourly Salary Schedule 2026-2027.pdf

About Larkin High School

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Pupils

2,274

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