Lead Special Education Teacher - Fitchburg

Devereux • Fitchburg, MA

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Are you interested in working for a human services agency where you can make a difference in the lives of children? Are you looking for a fulfilling career in a field that has a positive impact? If you answered YES to either of these questions, then consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team! The pay for this position starts at $60,500.00/year, with additional compensation added for higher education, licensure, and/or years of relevant experience up to $77,488.00/year. This position is located in Fitchburg, MA. The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm. $3,000 Sign-On Bonus for Licensed Moderate Disabilities Educator Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island is a nationally recognized organization dedicated to helping children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other psychological, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Based in Fitchburg, MA, our CARES School is a therapeutic day school that serves individuals age 6 through 21 who carry diagnoses of Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or Intellectual Disability.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Valid driver's license required
• Bachelor's degree required
• Current Teaching License (Initial or Professional) in Moderate Disabilities required
• 3 years classroom experience required
• Must be able to attend a 2-week paid orientation, Monday to Friday, 8AM to 4PM, in Rutland, MA

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach lessons in accordance with MA Curriculcum framework and students' IEPs.
• Work collaboratively with the leadership team to promote best practices and ensure implementation of quality programming.
• Ensure compliance with IEPs and other regulations.
• Hold staff accountable to policies, procedures, and protocols, and provide direct supervision.
• Work diligently to meet the needs of our students, both in the classroom, and by being a positive role model to others.
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner.

Benefits

• 40+ days off per year following the school recess calendar, plus 8 sick days per year
• 403b retirement account with guaranteed 3% employer contribution and potential for additional 2% match
• Free Life Insurance up to 2x annual salary
• Blue Cross Health Insurance plans
• Short & Long Term Disability, Dental, Vision, Accident, Identity Theft, Pet, and more insurance options
• Free Employee Assistance Program for help with mental health, work-life balance, general-wellbeing, and more
• Discounts on Hotels, Rental Cars, Theme Parks, Electronics, and more
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan repayment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level