What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Educator - ANCHOR position at Equinox Valley Middle School?
Bennington-Rutland Supervisory Union seeks a dedicated and experienced Special Educator - ANCHOR to join our team! ANCHOR is a district-wide program housed at our newly restructured regional middle school in Manchester. The ANCHOR program is specifically designed for students in grades K-8 whose behaviors substantially impact their ability to meaningfully access the general education classroom instruction. The ANCHOR Program provides a predictable, therapeutic, and structured educational environment with direct instruction in social-emotional skill development and the teaching of self-regulation strategies.
In this position, the Special Educator - ANCHOR will develop and implement social/emotional learning and behavioral educational programs for students in Grades 6-8. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in special education and trauma-informed program development, and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues. The program’s objective is to provide direct instruction in applied academic concepts, develop self-regulation skills that students can apply across classroom settings, and create functional learning opportunities to develop independence.
Applicants are expected to be familiar with current evidence-based instructional practices and trauma informed practices and should be comfortable providing specialized programming in a pull-out setting as well as collaborating with other professionals in an inclusive setting. Strong candidates will demonstrate a student-centered approach, exemplary oral and written communication skills, strong relationship building skills with students, and a commitment to working collaboratively with all colleagues.
The complete job description can be found HERE.
BRSU is a Professional Learning Community which demonstrates best practice in teaching and is committed to high levels of achievement and success for all students. We offer a cohesive and collaborative work environment. We have excellent benefits and take pride in our inviting work culture filled with dedicated professionals.
Annual Salary Range:
- $51,000 to $95,370, based on education level and years of experience.
Salary : $51,000 - $95,370