Community Coach: Empower Student Independence & Work Skills

Arlington High School; Arlington (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. Arlington High School seeks a Dedicated Specialized Support Paraprofessional to coach students in community settings and at program sites around Arlington and nearby communities.

Responsibilities include helping students identify interests, arrange community-based activities, and support time management, independence,

Qualifications

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required
• High School Diploma with a minimum of 2 years college experience (preferably in a related field)
• Related field experience working with students 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

Responsibilities

• Community Coaches work with the local community to identify resources and access services that will assist students in reaching their employment, independent living, and other community goals.
• Identify and cultivate natural supports within educational and employment, and other community environments.
• Assist employers with workplace modifications and/or accommodations.
• Create individualized schedules based on areas of interest, skill development and support needs.
• Foster student independence
• Develop and follow their daily community schedules.
• Help students with time management and executive functioning skills;
• Transport students to community settings.
• Assess students’ employment interests and preferences, provide initial career planning, and provide on-the-job coaching to support students in achieving their career goals.
• Support students with their social and/or behavioral goals.
• Facilitate access to and utilization of community resources (e.g. public transportation, banks, libraries, career centers, laundromats, etc.).
• Assess student satisfaction through formal assessments and informal feedback.
• Meet with students on an on-going basis to ensure transition goals are being met.

Job description

The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. Arlington High School seeks a Dedicated Specialized Support Paraprofessional to coach students in community settings and at program sites around Arlington and nearby communities.

Responsibilities include helping students identify interests, arrange community-based activities, and support time management, independence,