Substitute Lead Special Education Teacher

Melmark New England; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Pension Plan and 403(b) with employer

Flexible Spending Accounts for Health

Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Reimbursement starting at

Professional Conference and ResearchOp

Onsite CEUs

Job summary

Melmark New England is seeking a Lead Special Education Teacher to provide instruction for students aged 3–21 with emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs in a structured classroom. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to promote intellectual, emotional and social growth.

The role requires enrollment in a Master's program in Special Education, a valid US driver’s license, and at least two years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in Master's Degree in Special Education.
• This position requires being able to float every 90 days and at the end of the year and working on Master's Program in Severe Special Education. Please understand that annual salary increases are based on both good job performance and availability of appropriate funding.
• A valid US driver's license and a minimum age of twenty-one (21) years old.
• Prefer at least two (2) years experience with specialized populations. Advanced skills in educational and clinical services will be required in this role.
• Works cooperatively with all members of the multidisciplinary team (Nursing Services, Vocational Services, Clinical Services, Residential Staff, Allied Health Services), families and other

Responsibilities

• Provide educational instruction to assigned students in a structured classroom environment designed to promote intellectual, emotional and social growth.
• Develop teaching plans appropriate to the ages and populations served, specifically children and adolescents (ages 3-21) with emotional, developmental and/or behavioral needs.
• Supervises ABAC's.

Education

Master's Degree in Special Education

Job description

Melmark Overview

Melmark is a nonprofit 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.

Substitute Lead Teacher Responsibilities

As a substitute teacher you are responsible for providing educational instruction to assigned students in a structured classroom environment designed to promote intellectual, emotional and social growth. They will develop 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. Supervises ABAC's.

Lead Special Education Teacher Schedule and Salary Information

• Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm
• Pay range- 72-90k per year, depending on experience and education

Lead Special Education Teacher Requirements

• Enrolled in Master's Degree in Special Education.
• This position requires being able to float every 90 days and at the end of the year and working on Master's Program in Severe Special Education. Please understand that annual salary increases are based on both good job performance and availability of appropriate funding.
• A valid US driver's license and a minimum age of twenty-one (21) years old.
• Prefer at least two (2) years experience with specialized populations. Advanced skills in educational and clinical services will be required in this role.
• Works cooperatively with all members of the multidisciplinary team (Nursing Services, Vocational Services, Clinical Services, Residential Staff, Allied Health Services), families and other

Lead Special Education Teacher Benefits

• Work with a nationally known leader in quality-driven initiatives
• 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
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Reimbursement starting at $20K
• Professional Conference and Research Opportunities
• Onsite CEUs at no cost to employees