The Massachusetts Inclusive Post Secondary Education (MAIPSE) is through the MA Office Of Higher Education. It is a grant funded program for students 18-26 years who have had special education services in high school.  There are fifteen state-wide initiatives providing access to students with intellectual disabilities and/or autism. Salem State University’s MAIPSE initiative is the Community of Inclusive Scholars (CIS). Students in the CIS program share the same experiences as their college peers in the areas of academics, socialization, professional development, employers/internship sites, and independent living. Students become more independent and actively engaged in creating and living their lives. 

The Executive Functioning (EF) Coach plays a vital role in the success of a student participating in the Salem State CIS program. The CIS EF Coach provides individualized, inclusive support to college students with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorder enrolled in inclusive postsecondary education programs at Salem State University. The coach facilitates student engagement in academic, social, and professional experiences, with the goal of promoting independence, self-advocacy, and successful transition to employment or further education. 

Salem State University values and appreciates diversity in all its forms and endeavors to create a space that reflects the campus community population which it serves. Our students come to Salem State University from 38 states and 48 countries and reflect the demographics of the greater Boston community in which we live. We are passionate about providing an experience for them and our fellow staff and faculty, where everyone can feel supported while they explore, learn, and celebrate their identities, similarities, and differences. We invite you to become a member of our community.

• Assist students with organization of schedule 
• Encourage appropriate college behavior. 
• Foster student independence 
• Assist students in accessing campus resources. 
• Assist the students in travel training. 
• Assist students with their internships on campus and in the local community. 
• Review and encourage the use of educational accommodations for those students’ taking courses for credit and/or work with MAICEI staff to implement curriculum adaptations for course requirements for audit status 
• Strategize with the student on how to communicate with faculty regarding educational plans attendance and fulfillment of credit or added audit status 
• Support students who are living on campus i.e., access activities, time management, engaging with peers 
• Perform other duties for the program, including administrative, educational, and marketing tasks. 

Required Qualifications:

• • Associate's degree  
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and take initiative 
  • Availability to work flexible hours based on student schedules and campus events 

Preferred Qualifications:

• • Bachelor's degree 
  • Ability and interest in working with neurodiverse students 
  • Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to communicate positively 

Application Instructions:

Please apply online and attach a resume and cover letter. Application review will begin immediately and continue until an adequate pool is developed. 

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university

Working Conditions:

This is a on-site, in-person position with on-campus, in-person responsibilities which may require occasional work on evenings.

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email eo-hr@salemstate.edu.

Please note: Contracted positions are part-time and non-benefitted. All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Contracted positions are not eligible for H1B Visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement:

Salem State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Persons of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply.