Summer - Social Coach - Autism Program (SY 25-26)

Providence School District; Rhode Island; Presencial; USD 22 000 - 30 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The Providence School District is seeking Summer - Social Coach positions for the ESY autism program. These roles support social skills group leaders during day-long community sessions, with on-site supervision and transportation on community trips.

Ideal candidates hold Rhode Island teacher certificates in appropriate special education areas, and have at least two years of experience as a social coach for students on the autism spectrum.

Qualificações

• Current Rhode Island Teacher Certificate in appropriate subject area (Sp. Ed.).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a social coach for students on the Autism Spectrum.

Responsabilidades

• Assist social skills group leaders in day-long social sessions during the ESY summer program.
• Walk up to 2 miles in summer heat and use RIPTA transportation on community trips.
• Develop and implement social activities aligned with social perspective taking and social thinking.
• Prepare materials to implement social activities as directed by group leaders.
• Coordinate planning of community-based activities including transportation and admissions.

Conhecimentos

Social skills coaching

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Experience with autism

IEP knowledge

Formação académica

Rhode Island Teacher Certificate (ECH PK-2 Sp. Ed.)

RID Early Learning standards training

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Summer - Social Coach - Autism Program

(up to 2 positions)

Location: Anthony Carnevale Elementary and DelSesto Middle (shared)

Dates: July 7, 2025 - July 31, 2025

Hours: Monday – Friday from 8:15 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.

Staff will remain on site during these hours

Note: No work July 4th & August 14th – Holiday (1/2 hour break, ½ hour lunch to be taken during the day)

Job Description:

The social coaches will assist social skills group leaders in day-long social sessions during the ESY summer program for students on the autism spectrum. These sessions are held in the community, at times. Coaches must be willing to walk up to 2 miles in summer heat and take RIPTA transportation on community trips.

Daily rate of pay, contingent upon funding

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

The social coaches will assist social skills group leaders in day-long social sessions during the ESY summer program for students on the autism spectrum. These sessions are held in the community, at times. Coaches must be willing to walk up to 2 miles in summer heat and take RIPTA transportation on community trips.

RIDE Requirements:

Current Rhode Island Teacher Certificate(s) in appropriate subject area

• ECH PK-2 Sp. Ed.

Additional RIDE Requirements: Rhode Island Early Learning and Development standards classroom training

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND CURRICULAR LINKAGES:

• Working knowledge of social perspective taking, zones of regulation, 5 point scale, theory of mind, social thinking, expected/unexpected behaviors, and little vs big problems
• Knowledge of using and reading facial expressions and making eye contact
• Independent work ethic
• Strong communication skills including effective written and oral English language skills
• The ability to develop and maintain working relationships with staff, public, outside organizations and the ability to accomplish goals through persuasion and diplomacy
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a social coach for students on the Autism Spectrum.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:

• Working knowledge of social perspective taking, zones of regulation, 5 point scale, theory of mind, social thinking, expected/unexpected behaviors, and little vs big problems
• Knowledge of using and reading facial expressions and making eye contact
• Independent work ethic
• Strong communication skills including effective written and oral English language skills
• The ability to develop and maintain working relationships with staff, public, outside organizations and the ability to accomplish goals through persuasion and diplomacy
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a social coach for students on the Autism Spectrum.
• Assist in the development of social skills activities into which social perspective taking and social thinking are embedded
• Prepare necessary materials to implement social activities as directed by group leaders
• Assist in planning community based activities inclusive of transportation and admission fees
• Implement interventions to address social skills deficits within the program
• Identify and implement strategies to address anxiety within the social group
• Provide direct social skills services to students consistent with IEP requirements
• Provide guidance and support for sensory needs Model and provide guidance use of social gestures in the moment
• Assist and join into imaginative play and trying new leisure activities
• Encouragement of the understanding of the perspectives of others in play, conversation, and other social interactions.
• Ability to work with teachers, group leaders, and other adults to meet the unique needs of each student and support that student in learning of self-advocacy and situation specific appropriate social responses
• Any/all related duties that may be assigned by the Director/Supervisors of Special Education