Title

EXCEL Program Education Coach

Department Summary

From Bridgewater State University's inception in 1840 by Horace Mann as one of the first normal schools in America to the current day, BSU has worked to ensure that our students receive an accessible, affordable, and exceptional education. BSU aspires to be the leader in our mission class for closing equity gaps for Black/Cape Verdean, Latinx, Native American, Asian, and other students of color. BSU's institutional values, the work of the President's Special Task Force on Racial Justice, and leadership of the Leading for Change Higher Education Diversity Consortium underscore the campus' commitment to racial equity and other forms of social justice.

The EXCEL Program at Bridgewater State University (BSU) is a fully-inclusive postsecondary program for young adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Students in the EXCEL program share the same experiences as BSU undergraduate students in the areas of academics, socialization, professional development, self-advocacy and independent living. The EXCEL Program offers three options for participation. With supports in place, BSU EXCEL students enroll in courses, take part in internships, socialize with peers and participate in campus clubs and activities.

Position Summary

An Education Coach provides individualized supports to students with disabilities in the BSU EXCEL program. Working 1:1 with EXCEL program students, Education Coaches foster growth toward independence, help develop daily living skills, promote students' self-determination, and track progress using program evaluation tools. EXCEL Education Coaches receive training and ongoing support from program staff.

WORK SCHEDULE:
19.75 Hours/Week

This temporary appointment is of a limited duration to meet a special need in the School of College of Education and Health Sciences.

This is a non-benefitted, temporary position with no guarantee of continued employment.

Position Type

Temporary

Essential Duties

-Attend and support EXCEL student in classes
-Attend and support EXCEL student in internships
-Collaborate with student and program staff at weekly check-in meetings
-Assist student in utilizing campus resources
-Provide ongoing academic support, I.e. study skills, scheduling, organization and planning during academic year
-Complete program data collection forms
-Participate in program activities and events
-Attend bi-weekly meetings with supervisor

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma

Sensitivity to student needs, concerns, and individual issues, as well as flexibility, patience and high professional integrity

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations of students

Energetic, self-starter who can complete multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Valid driver's license and safe driving record

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

The University considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Preferred Qualifications

College Degree in related field

Related field experience working with students with disabilities

Related field experience working as a paraprofessional or educational personnel

Fluency with Microsoft Office 365, various social media, and teleconferencing platforms.

Passing score on one of the two following Formalized Standardized Assessments: ParaPro Assessment (http://www.ets.org/parapro/ ) or WorkKeys Certificate of Proficiency for Teacher Assistants (http://www.act.org/workkeys/profcert/index.html )

Work Environment

Bridgewater State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employee with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please complete and submit this electronic form: https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?BridgewaterStateUniv&layout_id=18

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.

EEO Statement

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hourly Rate (Non-Exempt)

Range $18.00-$22.00 per hour based on qualifications

Posting Number

T02131P

Close Date

05/22/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please note the following information is required to complete your application for this position:

a minimum of one (1) employment history entry.
a minimum of (3) professional reference entriesPDN-9ecfd977-862d-4272-851b-5c1a01e9be50