Special Education Transition Teacher

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health•Rutland, MA

10d•$52,644 - $74,337•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 $52,644/year, with additional compensation added for higher education, licensure, and/or years of relevant experience up to $74,337.12/year. This position is located in Rutland, MA. The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm. $1,000 Sign-on Bonus. Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health – 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 Rutland, MA, our day and residential school provides special education and treatment for youth ages 6-22 including diagnostic and assessment services, extended evaluation and placement options. As a Transition Teacher, you will: Assist students to prepare for post-graduation Prepare and teach lessons in the following topics, including, but not limited to (fi nancial literacy, navigating appointments, advocacy, professional skill training) 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. Being a Teacher at Devereux has its advantages ! You will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need. We offer you the privilege of being able to work closely with some of the most vulnerable people in our community, help build their strengths, and truly make a contribution to improving their lives. If you have a bachelor's degree and are passionate about teaching vulnerable children, you could start on this career path today! Devereux can assist you with licensure! Full-time benefits include, but are not limited to: 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, not to exceed $200,000 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 Devereux's custom ASCEND career-accelerator program! You deserve to work somewhere that gives back to you! Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND, the first career-accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills, and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential. This program includes 100% of tuition covered, up to $15,000 annually for undergraduate and $25,000 annually for graduate, and student loan repayment through SAVI up to $5,200/year , among other benefits! Learn more about ASCEND:

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age or older
Valid driver's license required
Bachelor's degree required
Massachusett's DESE licensure, or ability to be in process for licensure required
Must be able to attend a 2-week paid orientation, Monday to Friday, 8AM to 4PM, in Rutland, MA

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with individuals under 21 with psychological, emotional, and behavioral disorders, and/or autism spectrum disorders preferred

Responsibilities

Assist students to prepare for post-graduation
Prepare and teach lessons in the following topics, including, but not limited to (fi nancial literacy, navigating appointments, advocacy, professional skill training)
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, not to exceed $200,000
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
Devereux's custom ASCEND career-accelerator program!
100% of tuition covered, up to $15,000 annually for undergraduate and $25,000 annually for graduate, and student loan repayment through SAVI up to $5,200/year
Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
Employee assistance / work-life balance program.