SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT TEACHER As a member of a three-person, multidisciplinary classroom team, the Assistant Teacher ensures that students are provided individualized instruction and access to learning. The Assistant Teacher plans and implements some small group/whole group lessons under the direct supervision of the Special Education Teacher, and also implements lessons developed by the Special Education Teacher. The Assistant Teacher supports the maintenance of data collection for progress reporting, and also supports classroom management. Working with a classroom team made up of a Special Education Teacher and Classroom Behavior Specialist/Milieu Counselor, the Assistant Teacher creates a respectful, safe, and inclusive environment for the six to ten students in their classroom. This self-motivated individual communicates clearly, maintains calm, and has an enthusiastic approach to their work. ABOUT MANVILLE SCHOOL Manville School, a program of the Baker Center for Children and Families, is a therapeutic day school providing special education, clinical, and behavioral support for students in kindergarten through tenth grade with complex social-emotional, behavioral, and learning needs. For more information on Manville School, visit bakercenter.org/manville. Manville School’s extended school year (summer program) runs for 20 days during July and August, 4 days per week. The program focuses on maintaining academic and social skills, and preventing regression of behavioral skills. In addition to morning academic instruction, students participate weekly PE, Art, OT, and SLP group lessons. Daily enrichment activities, including field trips and in-house programs, are organized for students. Manville School believes that all of its members - including students, staff, and caregivers - have a right to feel safe, seen, and respected. Manville School values and celebrates all identities and a community of diversity and belonging for all. WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?•Gain experience and further your career in a highly regarded, reputable organization •Work in a supportive, collegial, and collaborative atmosphere •Exposure to a variety of educational disciplines and methods through engaging professional development •Ample resources to support instruction•Mentorship and supervision to support in your professional growth, including licensure when possible •Ability to enjoy summers off or earn an additional 10% of your salary by working in a 5-week, 20-day Summer ProgramCOMPENSATION & BENEFITS Full-time position with a salary range of $45,000 - $50,000 annually depending on experience, knowledge, skills, and accomplishments. A full benefits package, including generous paid time off, a competitive retirement/contribution program, health insurance, and more will be offered. The health and safety of our employees and the children/families we serve is our top priority. All offers of employment are contingent on the candidate showing proof of Covid-19 vaccination to meet our pre-employment requirements. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The Baker Center for Children and Families is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.