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Social Emotional Coach, High School

The Pinnacle School · Stamford, CT · 4 days ago
On-siteOTHRFull-time

About the role

Guided by resilience, inclusion, and student empowerment, The Pinnacle School redefines education for every learner. We seek a Social Emotional Coach to provide one-on-one behavioral and emotional support to students, helping them build self-regulation, social skills, and confidence.

Responsibilities

  • Provide one-on-one classroom support focused on academic engagement, emotional regulation, and social interaction
  • Monitor and document student behavior, progress, and responses to interventions
  • Aid students with self-help and daily living skills to promote independence and confidence
  • Implement de-escalation and calming strategies to maintain safety and support emotional stability
  • Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to ensure consistent, individualized student support

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, or a related field
  • Experience supporting children or adolescents with behavioral or learning differences
  • Calm, caring, and patient demeanor grounded in professionalism and empathy
  • Strong collaboration, active listening, and communication skills
  • Basic computer proficiency for documentation and communication tasks

Qualifications

  • Availability to work 11 months (academic school year and a 4 week summer program)
  • Available to work Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm

Skills

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Knowledge of child development and behavior management

Benefits

  • Paid time off and extra paid school breaks
  • Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
  • Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
  • 401(k) retirement savings with a company match and immediate vesting
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
  • Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

Pay

  • Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

Schedule

  • 11-month position (academic school year and a 4 week summer program)
  • Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Pinnacle School is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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