Job Coach Paraprofessional at Headwaters Life Skills Program

Position

Job Coach Paraprofessional

Headwaters Life Skills Program

6.5 hours per day
7:30 a.m.

- 2:30 p.m. with ½ hour unpaid lunch

$22.70 per hour

This position is eligible for an additional $.50 per hour once Highly Qualified status is achieved (2 or 4 year degree, OR 60 semester credits OR successful completion of the Para Pro which is offered by the district regularly). External candidates DO NOT need to meet this criteria until after they are hired but are required to meet the requirement no later than March 1st.

INTERNAL CANDIDATES MUST MEET THIS CRITERIA AT THE TIME THEIR APPLICATION IS SUBMITTED.

September 2, 2026

August 27, 2026 - September 1, 2026 or until filled

Program

So Wash Co  Schools offers a comprehensive benefits program designed to support our employees. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as life insurance, supplemental life insurance, dependent life insurance, and long-term disability coverage. We also offer voluntary plans such as accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and identity protection, along with flexible spending accounts, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and retirement plans.

These benefits reflect our commitment to supporting your health and well-being.

Visit our benefits page for more detailed information.

Position follows school calendar with the option to work in other summer paraprofessional positions if interested.

This position is responsible for on-site training, development of supports on the worksite, and follow-up and support of programming for each student's individual needs in various work related settings. The purpose of this position is to ensure a smooth transition into employment as well as enhancement, retention and advancement in employment. This position works under the guidance of the Work Experience Coordinator.

• Assist in providing training on the job.
• Assist in the development of the educational skills of the student.
• Assist in improving the student's attitude and knowledge about the world of work.
• Assist in developing student's social skills.
• Record timing and measurements of student's work quantity and quality.
• Communicate with coordinator when adaptations or job modifications are necessary.
• Implement specific behavior modification program as directed.
• Assist student in self advocacy on the job.
• Assist the coordinator in evaluating the student employee utilizing the SCANS Competency Assessment.
• Be flexible about work sites and tasks assigned.
• Report all questionable issues concerning employer or student to coordinator.
• Learn specific job duties prior to student placement.
• Facilitate supports on the job.
• Assist with transportation set-up if needed.
• Follow-up with employees and employers as necessary.
• Perform recordkeeping and data collection requirements.
• Meet with coordinator and employer as needed to report on student progress.
• Be knowledgeable of and maintain Department of Labor compliance.
• Understand and maintain boundaries and confidentiality with students, families, and staff.
• Accept work direction willingly, shift work assignments and accepts changing and new job responsibilities as needed.
• Maintain a high level of fairness, confidentiality, respect and equity for all students, staff and families.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to meet District 833 Highly Qualified requirements.
• Competencies as required by State of Minnesota, Federal government, and/or District 833.
• Possess the skills and ability to…