Elementary School Adjustment Counselor/Special Educator

Young World Physical Education; Rindge (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site daycare

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Health and dental

SPED stipend

Job summary

The Jaffrey-Rindge Cooperative School District seeks an Elementary School Adjustment Counselor/Special Educator at Rindge Memorial School to support social-emotional learning and MTSS-B. Candidates should hold elementary education certification and general special education certification or a pathway to eligibility.

Collaborative planning with general and special education staff is essential, with responsibilities including IEP development, data collection, and delivering targeted interventions

Qualifications

• NH DOE K-12 General Special Education certification or ability to obtain eligibility
• Elementary education certification plus general special education certification and/or school counselor/adjustment counselor certification or ability to obtain eligibility
• Background in differentiation practices, teamwork, and collaboration valuable

Responsibilities

• Create accurate student records and quarterly progress reports as required by district/state mandates.
• Collaborate with evaluators, service providers, classroom teachers, parents, administration, and Local Educational Agencies to develop appropriate IEPs.
• Implement MTSS-B supports through classroom, small-group, and individual interventions.
• Maintain safe, developmentally appropriate learning environments and provide de-escalation as needed.

Skills

Collaboration

Differentiation practices

Teamwork

Trauma-informed support

Education

NH DOE General Special Education certificate

Job description

Elementary School Adjustment Counselor/Special Educator

Jaffrey-Rindge Cooperative School District Rindge Memorial School - Rindge, New Hampshire Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5876471
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 07, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 20, 2026

Job Description

The Jaffrey Rindge Cooperative School District is seeking qualified candidates to fill the role of support or resource room teacher for social-emotional learning needs at the elementary school level. Desired candidates will hold elementary education certification as well as general special education certification and/or school counselor/school adjustment counselor certification or the ability to acquire a statement of eligibility to gain this certification. Collaboration with general education teachers and special education teachers is key to a successful model. Small special education case management is required. Support all levels of MTSS-B system through classroom, small group, and individual intervention services.

Desired candidates will demonstrate an understanding of differentiation practices, teamwork, and collaboration. A background and/or passion for school adjustment, counseling, or trauma-informed support is valuable. A NH DOE certificate to teach K-12 General Special Education certification is required, or the ability to acquire a Statement of Eligibility from the NH DOE. We are a forward-thinking, visionary district looking for qualified, passionate professionals to join our team.

Create:

• Accurate and complete student records, reports, and paperwork as required by District, state and federal mandates.
• Safe, secure, student-centered learning environments.
• Clear communication of expectations for academic and behavioral achievement.
• Developmentally appropriate lesson materials to support student success.
• Collegial relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators, acting with integrity, fairness, and in an ethical manner.
• Written, quarterly (or as appropriate by IEP but not less than as often as regular notification of student academic performance) progress reports on all assigned students and distributed to the appropriate team members.

Collaborate/Facilitate:

• Implementation of IEPs with regular education instructors.
• Regularly with evaluators, service providers, classroom teachers, parents, administration, and Local Educational Agents to create appropriate IEPs.
• With parents regarding student progress at regular intervals.
• Rapport with students and colleagues.
• With behavioral supports to develop effective intervention plans.
• Meetings as appropriate to meet Individuals with Disabilities Education Act requirements and support student achievement.
• Consistent feedback to students.
• Report incidents promptly to maintain student, staff, and school safety to adhere to District, state and federal mandates.
• In staff meetings, District professional development, and Professional Learning Communities as appropriate.

Manage:

• Complete paperwork and reports within mandated timelines.
• Data for progress monitoring, using a variety of resources and data tools.
• Student behavioral needs to maintain safe, productive learning environments.
• Safe work/educational spaces, integrate training provided by District in appropriate de-escalation techniques.
• Prompt responses to inquiries from all sources.
• Participate in and implement professional development as mandated by District and state licensure to maintain state certification.
• District policies and procedures, applicable state and federal laws to ensure compliance and professionalism.
• Daily assignments for instructional associates.
• Consistent feedback and direction/guidance to assigned instructional associates.
• Support in input of evaluative process for instructional associates.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Student Services and/or Building Principal.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD

Special Education > General Special Education

Equal Opportunity Employer

We at the Jaffrey-Rindge Cooperative School District are seeking innovative and creative educators to join in the transformation of our schools. Successful candidates understand that collaboration, effective communication, meaningful relationships, and community connections are a must within a student-focused system. Applicants must be motivated individuals with a keen interest in inspiring and empowering students to excel and love learning. We are looking for candidates who:

• Embrace personalized, competency-based education
• Engage in innovative, creative thinking
• Collaborate within a relationship-oriented culture
• Take responsible risks
• Are proactive in communication with family and the community
• Are eager to grow as a professional
• Embrace and contribute to transformative change
• Give and accept relevant and timely feedback
• Understand instructional design
• Have a sense of humor

Jaffrey-Rindge Cooperative School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• An extra $1500 for all Special Education teachers
• On-site, low-cost daycare ages infancy through 5
• 20 days of paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Health and dental
• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jennifer Horne , Director of Student Services
• 1 Conant Way
• Jaffrey, New Hampshire 03452
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]