Description

The Calais School is a state-approved provider of special education for students with special needs. The school serves students in grades K – 12 with multiple learning disabilities. It is our goal to help each and every child realize and build on their strengths and gifts. We are committed to cultivating the potential of every student, making a difference, one child at a time. Our employees know firsthand all the benefits of working for The Calais School and how we foster a culture of collaboration, teamwork and the highest service and support to our students.

The Calais School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Executive Functioning Consultant/County College Liason to provide support and assistance to students with special needs. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring that students with diverse learning needs have access to the resources and assistance required for a successful college experience. The successful candidate will help students to set goals, prioritize their responsibilities, organize their time, and develop better homework and study habits. They also provide support and accountability, by helping students to stay on track. 

Duties:

• Assist students and families with the application process, including entrance exams, selecting and registering courses
• Collaborate with the Disability Services Office to implement and monitor accommodations for special needs students.
• Assist in communication with professors and ensure a smooth learning environment.
• Develop and implement programs to empower special needs students to advocate for themselves.
• Organize and lead workshops on study skills and time management skills. 
• Track the academic progress of special needs students and provide regular updates
  to relevant stakeholders.
• Provide guidance to students and parents on available resources, academic requirements, and other aspects of college life.
• Collaborate with on campus tutoring services to enable students to overcome academic challenges.

Requirements

Education:

• BA/BS, Associate's Degree or Higher

• Substitute Teacher Certification, required (we will assist you in attaining this if you do not already have it).

Experience:

• Related experience in equipping students with improved time management and study methods, implementing

organizational strategies, and improving executive function skills. 

• Ability to promote an inspiring learning experience and to mentor strong, encouraging, and positive relationships amongst students.

• Experience with special education students a plus

For more information about The Calais School, please visit www.thecalaisschool.org

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