Vocational Education Coach

Posting Details

Position Information

Title Vocational Education Coach Position Description

Department Information:

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 Information:

The EXCEL program is proud to offer this student employment opportunity to undergraduate students interested in enhancing their academic experience here at BSU. Undergraduate students interested in working in service-oriented fields such as education, social work, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and counseling will truly benefit from the hands-on experience they will gain through working with the students and staff in our program.

Vocational Education Coach Responsibilities:

• Attend and support students in Vocational Classes
• Attend and support students in study sessions
• Provide 1:1 and group support to EXCEL student, Mon-Fri, up to 20 hrs per week
• Attend and support EXCEL student in classes on and off the BSU Campus
• Attend and support EXCEL student in internships
• Collaborate with student and program staff at weekly check-in meetings
• Meet bi-weekly with EXCEL Staff for education coach 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
• Complete and turn in weekly anticipated schedule on Friday each week
• Respond to substitute education coach opportunities in a timely manner
• Available to work in evenings

Eligibility requirements:

• Must be a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student registered for a minimum of six credits for the Fall 2026 semester.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities
• 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.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Fluency with Microsoft Office 365 and various social media platforms.

Physical Demands

Bridgewater State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employee with disabilities.

An Education Coach must be prepared to spend an active day traveling around campus and accompanying the program student to class, internships, meetings, etc.

Office activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and interaction with computer equipment; Occasional bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 5 pounds.

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 $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number Stu06013P Open Date Close Date 09/30/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

For additional information about this position or for a status update of your application, please contact:

Zack Chipman

zchipman@bridgew.edu

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student enrolled in a degree program registered for at least six credits?

• Yes

• No

• • Have you ever worked on campus before?

• Yes

• No

• • Please provide the days and hours you would be available to work. Hours must be outside of your scheduled class times.

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Class Schedule

Optional Documents