Educational CoordinatorNE

Melmark New England; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Pension/403(b) with employer matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life, AD&D, Disability insurance

Conference opportunities

Onsite CEUs

Job summary

Melmark New England is seeking an Educational Coordinator for a 1-year position to support students aged 3–21 with emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs. The role partners with Lead Special Education Teachers to implement advanced curricula and ensure alignment with Massachusetts DESE standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Masters in Education or Special Education, BCBA certification, and at least 3 years of supervisory experience in a special education setting; exceptional clinical and

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Education or Special Education.
• BCBA certification is required.
• Severe Special Education certification preferred.
• At least 3 years’ experience in a special education setting and supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a clinician for a caseload of students.
• Completes annual/intake assessments and reports.
• Prepares for IEP meetings, including IEP writing for behavior need area, BSP development, Functional Behavior Assessment, Preference Assessment and other supporting documents.
• Facilitates treatment efficacy by recommending scientifically validated and most effective least restrictive treatment procedures.
• Holds weekly classroom meetings and completes corresponding training roster and documentation.
• Ensures all data collection is accurate as prescribed by target behavior and instructional programming.
• Provides daily in classroom support as prescribed by schedule.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Curriculum implementation

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Education or Special Education

BCBA

Severe Special Education certification preferred

Job description

Educational Coordinator 1 year Position

BCBA Required

BCBA certification is required.

Melmark Overview

Melmark is a not-for-profit organization providing clinically-sophisticated evidence-based special education, residential, vocational, and therapeutic services for children and adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders, developmental and intellectual disabilities, acquired brain injuries, medical complexities, and other neurological and genetic disorders.

Educational Coordinator & Department Overview

The Educational Coordinator is responsible for fostering an inclusive and supportive educational environment designed to promote intellectual, emotional, and social growth. They will collaborate in developing/implementing teaching plans that are appropriate to the ages and populations served, specifically children and adolescents (ages 3-21 years) with emotional, developmental and/or behavioral needs. The Educational Coordinator ensures implementation of the curriculum in conjunction with Lead Special Education Teachers, and in collaboration with Massachusetts DESE Educational Administrators. Populations served are intensely challenging. Educational Coordinators are expected to implement highly technical clinical and teaching programs that require them to be constantly alert, attentive and ready to respond to student’s needs.

Schedule and Salary Information

• Mon-Fri
• From $88-125k annually

Educational Coordinator Requirements

• Masters Degree in Education or Special Education
• BCBA
• Severe Special Education certification preferred
• At least 3 years’ experience in a special education setting and supervisory experience.

Educational Coordinator Responsibilities

• Serves as a clinician for a caseload of students
• Completes annual/intake assessments and reports
• Prepares for IEP meetings, including IEP writing for behavior need area, Behavior Support Plan (BSP) development, Functional Behavior Assessment, Preference Assessment and other supporting documents.
• Facilitates treatment efficacy by recommending scientifically validated and most effective least restrictive treatment procedures.
• Holds weekly classroom meetings and completes corresponding training roster and documentation.
• Ensures all data collection is accurate as prescribed by target behavior and instructional programming.
• Provides daily in classroom support as prescribed by schedule.

Educational Coordinator Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off Benefits including Vacation, Holiday and Sick
• Melmark Sponsored Pension Plan AND 403(b) with employer matching
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
• Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance
• Professional Conference and Research Opportunities
• Onsite CEUs at no cost to employees