Licensed Special Educator

Position Summary Brookhaven Treatment & Learning Center is a state-approved independent therapeutic school serving students in grades K–10 with complex educational, behavioral, emotional, and mental health needs. Through individualized instruction integrated with therapeutic, residential, and clinical services, Brookhaven provides students with the opportunity to achieve academic success while developing the skills necessary to thrive both in school and beyond. Brookhaven is seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and highly skilled Licensed Vermont Special Educator to join our multidisciplinary educational team. The successful candidate will provide specialized instruction, educational case management, and collaborative leadership while helping students achieve meaningful academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth. Position Purpose The Licensed Special Educator is responsible for providing specialized instruction and educational case management for students receiving special education services. Working collaboratively with educators, clinicians, residential staff, families, and sending school districts, the Special Educator develops, implements, coordinates, and evaluates individualized educational programming while ensuring compliance with all applicable federal and Vermont special education requirements. Essential Responsibilities Case Management & Compliance Serve as the educational case manager for assigned students. Develop, implement, monitor, and revise Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in accordance with IDEA and Vermont Special Education Regulations. Develop transition plans, behavior support plans, and Extended School Year (ESY) services, as appropriate. Schedule and facilitate annual reviews, eligibility meetings, reevaluations, manifestation determinations, transition meetings, and other required special education meetings. Coordinate educational services with families, sending school districts, community agencies, outside providers, and multidisciplinary team members. Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely educational records and documentation. Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and Brookhaven policies, procedures, timelines, and reporting requirements. Assessment & Evaluation Coordinate and participate in the special education evaluation and eligibility process. Conduct educational assessments and contribute to multidisciplinary evaluations. Interpret educational assessment data to identify student strengths, educational needs, and appropriate instructional supports. Utilize ongoing progress monitoring and data collection to evaluate student performance and guide instructional decisions. Assist in preparing alternate assessments and other required state reporting, when applicable. Instruction Deliver individualized, small-group, and classroom instruction utilizing evidence-based instructional practices. Differentiate instruction to meet each student's academic, behavioral, developmental, and social-emotional needs. Develop and adapt curriculum, instructional materials, accommodations, modifications, and assessments aligned with the Vermont Framework of Standards and Learning Opportunities. Implement evidence-based interventions in literacy, mathematics, written language, executive functioning, and social skills. Integrate assistive technology and adaptive instructional supports when appropriate. Foster student engagement, independence, self-advocacy, confidence, and lifelong learning. Therapeutic Collaboration Collaborate closely with clinicians, residential staff, administrators, classroom teachers, content specialists, and families to support each student's educational and therapeutic goals. Promote consistency between educational programming, behavioral supports, and therapeutic interventions across the school day. Develop, implement, and monitor individualized behavior support plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Utilize trauma-informed educational practices and positive behavioral interventions. Participate in crisis prevention, de-escalation, and therapeutic interventions consistent with Brookhaven policies and required training. Foster a safe, structured, respectful, and emotionally supportive learning environment. Communication & Professional Collaboration Schedule and facilitate IEP meetings and communicate regularly with parents, guardians, sending school districts, and outside agencies. Coordinate educational transitions into, within, and beyond Brookhaven. Consult with classroom teachers, content specialists, and educational assistants regarding accommodations, instructional strategies, disabilities, behavior supports, and evidence-based instructional practices. Participate in curriculum development, school improvement initiatives, staff meetings, multidisciplinary team meetings, and professional development. Serve as an educational resource and advocate for students receiving special education services. Professional Responsibilities Maintain current knowledge of IDEA, Vermont Agency of Education regulations, and evidence-based instructional practices. Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, sound judgment, confidentiality, and ethical decision-making. Support Brookhaven's mission of providing individualized, therapeutically oriented educational programming. Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School. Qualifications Required Current Vermont Professional Educator License with a Special Educator endorsement (K–Age 21 preferred). Candidates holding other appropriate Vermont Special Educator endorsements will be considered. Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field. Demonstrated knowledge of IDEA, Vermont Special Education Regulations, IEP development, educational assessment, and special education compliance. Experience providing individualized instruction and educational case management. Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary therapeutic environment. Preferred Master's degree in Special Education or a related field. Experience working in a therapeutic, residential, alternative, or independent school. Experience supporting students with emotional, behavioral, or mental health challenges. Knowledge of trauma-informed educational practices. Experience utilizing assistive technology and adaptive instructional supports. TCI certification or willingness to obtain required training. Core Competencies Successful candidates will demonstrate: Commitment to individualized student success Strong collaboration and teamwork Professional integrity and ethical judgment Effective communication and relationship-building Adaptability and flexibility Problem-solving and critical thinking Organization and attention to detail Cultural humility and respect for diversity Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth Physical Requirements Ability to supervise students throughout campus and during community-based educational activities. Ability to move throughout classrooms and school facilities. Ability to respond appropriately during student behavioral crises. Ability to occasionally lift instructional materials and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. Working Environment Brookhaven provides educational services within a therapeutic treatment environment. Employees work closely with educational, residential, and clinical staff while maintaining flexibility in response to student needs and changing program demands. Employment Requirements Successful criminal background check and fingerprint clearance. Completion of all required Vermont Agency of Education and Brookhaven training requirements. Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications, including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), if applicable. Valid driver's license preferred. Compensation & Benefits Brookhaven offers a competitive salary commensurate with licensure and experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and other benefits consistent with Brookhaven policies. Equal Employment Opportunity Brookhaven Treatment & Learning Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful workplace where all employees and students are valued.