Education Mentor

Location

New London, CT | United States

Job description

Project Genesis, Inc. seeks Mentors in Connecticut to work 1:1 with students in community settings in the Colchester, Griswold, East Haddam, East Granby, Hartford, Killingly, Lebanon, Middletown, and Torrington . Mentors in our Special Education Support Services Program work one-on-one with students in community settings assisting students in transitioning from high school into their adult lives.

Experience in human services, coaching or education required. Knowledge of mental health related issues, behavior management and transition skills including job coaching, functional academics, and daily living skills preferred. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and be able to work independently. Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, ability to obtain an Endorsement A license upon hire and be willing to travel within a 30 miles radius.

Relevant Job Duties:

• Helping students complete basic academics.
• Teaching job skills and career exploration
• Teaching independent living and social skills

Full Time, Part Time and Per Diem Schedules Available during Weekday Day hours.

Requirements:

• 1 year Experience in human services, education in disabilities, and/or education.
• Be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Reliable transportation, good driving record, valid driver's license and proof of insurance
• Ability to obtain an Endorsement A license upon hire, which includes having had a license for 3 years

Preferred:

• Bachelors degree or higher in human services, social work, special education, or related field
• Experience with autism
• Teaching experience
• Spanish speaking

Ref SESS101 on Subject Line, EOE/AA

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary : $17.00 - $22.75 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• disability support: 1 year (Preferred)

Language :

• Spanish (Preferred for some positions)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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