Trauma-Informed Leader, Special Education Curriculum

The Guild for Human Services; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health benefits

Retirement plan contribution after 2+ 

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Guild for Human Services is seeking an Associate Director of Education to oversee the universal life skills curriculum and supervise the education team. The role focuses on student-centered programming, staff development, and cross-team collaboration to ensure high-quality education across The Guild School.

Responsibilities include coordinating curricula, supervising staff, ensuring regulatory compliance with DEEC/DCF/DESE, and driving safe, inclusive learning environments for youth and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in special education; strong preference for administration license or willingness to obtain one.
• Five years of experience serving children/adolescents with mental health diagnoses or developmental disabilities.
• Demonstrated supervisory and administrative skills.
• Knowledge of special education law and processes.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Knowledge of MA regulatory standards and DEEC/DCF/DESE experience.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, case management software, and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-based leadership for department staff and students.
• Develop and coordinate life skills curriculum and programming.
• Coordinate community curriculum experiences including recreational and vocational skills.
• Lead meetings to develop, implement, and evaluate student programs.
• Collaborate with specialists and consultants to integrate recommendations into programs.
• Ensure safe, compliant, and student-centered school programming across sites.
• Oversee external community education experiences and partnerships.

Skills

Leadership and supervision

Regulatory compliance

Time management

Communication

Driver's license

Education

Master's in Special Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management software

Electronic tools

Job description

The Guild for Human Services is seeking an Associate Director of Education to oversee the universal life skills curriculum and supervise the education team. The role focuses on student-centered programming, staff development, and cross-team collaboration to ensure high-quality education across The Guild School.

Responsibilities include coordinating curricula, supervising staff, ensuring regulatory compliance with DEEC/DCF/DESE, and driving safe, inclusive learning environments for youth and