Autism Support Coach & Teacher Enablement

Rowan-Salisbury School System; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Rowan-Salisbury School System in Salisbury, NC seeks an Autism Support Coach for a 10-month term. The role reports to the Ancillary Support Specialist and supports classrooms with best practices for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, focusing on communication, social skills, and sensory needs.

You will collaborate with teachers and service providers, collect data, model supports, and help implement a social skills curriculum across elementary and middle schools.

Qualifications

• Current licensure in any special education area.
• Three years of teaching experience in an area of special education.
• Minimum of 2 years of direct work with students with autism in the educational setting.
• Knowledge of programming and supports available to students.
• Understanding of policies governing students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develops, models and monitors supports for students in conjunction with the classroom teacher.
• Supports and provide feedback to teachers in designated schools.
• Training staff to improve their understanding of Autism.
• Collects and analyzes data necessary to advance supports for students.
• Works closely with related service providers and evaluators regarding processes and problem-solving.
• Supports the beliefs and commitments of the Exceptional Children’s Department.
• Completes all duties assigned by the Autism Lead, Ancillary Support Specialist and Executive Director of EC.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Diversity sensitivity

Confidentiality

Emotional control

Advocacy for students with disABILIT

Self-directed work

Professional demeanor

Education

Special education licensure

3 years teaching in special education

2+ years autism-related experience

Job description

Rowan-Salisbury School System in Salisbury, NC seeks an Autism Support Coach for a 10-month term. The role reports to the Ancillary Support Specialist and supports classrooms with best practices for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, focusing on communication, social skills, and sensory needs.

You will collaborate with teachers and service providers, collect data, model supports, and help implement a social skills curriculum across elementary and middle schools.