What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teaching Interventionist position at Howard Center?
Join a dedicated team committed to helping children overcome challenges, develop confidence, and achieve success in school and life. As a Tutorial Teacher in our TABS program, you will play a vital role in supporting elementary-aged students with social-emotional, behavioral, and learning needs through individualized academic instruction and therapeutic support.
At Howard Center, you'll be part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and professional growth. Whether you're an experienced educator or looking to expand your skills in therapeutic and special education settings, you'll receive ongoing training, mentorship, and expert clinical support to help you thrive.
About the TABS ProgramThe INCLUSION Tutorial and Behavioral Services (TABS) Program supports students in Kindergarten through 5th grade whose educational needs are significantly impacted by emotional and behavioral challenges.
Our program combines academic instruction with social-emotional learning (SEL) in a highly supportive environment. Through individualized instruction and therapeutic interventions, students build self-regulation, coping skills, resilience, and positive peer relationships while strengthening core academic skills in reading, writing, and mathematics.
The ultimate goal is to help students develop the skills and confidence needed to successfully transition back to their classroom setting and reach their full potential.
What You'll Do- Provide individualized instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics.
- Develop and implement daily lesson plans tailored to student needs and goals.
- Create a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
- Collaborate closely with educational, clinical, and family support teams.
- Participate in treatment and educational planning to support student success.
- Monitor student progress and adapt instruction based on individual learning and behavioral needs.
- Foster positive relationships that help students build confidence and resilience.
- Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field.
- Vermont Teaching License (K-8) or eligibility for licensure.
- Commitment to supporting students with diverse learning, emotional, and behavioral needs.
- Experience teaching elementary-aged students.
- Experience working with children impacted by trauma, emotional disabilities, behavioral challenges, or mental health needs.
- Knowledge of social-emotional learning and positive behavior support strategies.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.
- 217-day school-year schedule (paid school breaks).
- AFSCME bargaining unit position (union dues apply).
- Annual starting salary of $47,465.60, with opportunities for higher placement based on education and experience.
- Paid school breaks.
- 12 days of Combined Time Off (CTO) for personal and sick leave.
- Comprehensive health insurance with 80% employer-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families.
- Point-of-Service health plan with no deductible.
- Two dental plan options.
- Vision insurance.
- Employer contributions to 401(k).
- Employer-paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability insurance.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and childcare expenses.
- Childcare stipend.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employee referral bonus program.
- Ongoing training, supervision, and mentorship.
- Discounted undergraduate and graduate coursework through Champlain College truED.
- Award-winning workplace wellness program.
- Financial wellness incentives.
- Staff fitness groups and wellness initiatives.
- Discounts on gym memberships, ski and snowboard passes, phone plans, home and auto insurance, and more.
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Our ValuesAt Howard Center, our clients are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in:
- Individual and collective well-being
- Excellence in service and practice
- Responsible stewardship of resources
- Collaboration, respect, and continuous growth
Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe our workforce is strongest when it reflects the diversity of our community. Individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Color, LGBTQIA , veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Salary : $47,466