Summer
- Social Coach
- Autism Program
Providence School District
Superintendents Office
- Providence, Rhode Island This job is also posted in Providence Public Schools
Job Details
Job ID:
5764018
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
May 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Prep Days [NOT PD Days]: June 29-30, 2026
Program Dates:
Mon-Thurs July 6-30, 2026
Data Day:
July 31, 2026
Hours:
8:15am-12:45pm
Pay Contractual Rate
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.
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 QUALIFICATIONS STANDARDS
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
EEO Statement
Providence Public Schools is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that is actively seeking to increase minority recruitment among its administrators and teaching staff. PSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, disability or veteran status. All programs are open to all individuals, regardless of their race, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, disability or veteran status.
Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work
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Notice of E-Verify Participation (English/Spanish)
IER Right to Work Poster (English/Spanish)
Position Type:
Part-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
