What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Special Education Teacher- Stoughton position at Melmark New England?
Lead Special Education Teacher
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.
Lead Teacher Responsibilities:
Join our team as a Lead Special Education Teacher where you will be 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 8am-4:30pm
Starting pay is $72k annually and depends on experience
Lead Special Education Teacher Requirements
Minimum of a Master's Degree in Special Education.
Special Education certification (Severe Disabilities-All Levels) issued by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). BCBA preferred.
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
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000