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Special Education Teacher

Justice Resource Institute
Housatonic, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/30/2026

We Are Offering A $3,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Who We Are Looking For:
 

Are you the Special Education Teacher we have been looking for? Berkshire Meadows offers multiple services and programs for individuals with complex and significant medical, intellectual and developmental differences. Programs include a 365-day-a-year residential school for students between the ages of 6 and 21, residential and day habilitation programs for adults, and 24/7 nursing and medical services. Berkshire Meadows operates both in community settings and at a beautiful campus with state-of-the-art equipment and therapy animals, as well as a fully accessible indoor pool.   

Teach students with autism and complex special needs in a warm, supportive environment. The ideal candidate will be caring, compassionate, consistent and reliable with a desire to make a difference in the life of individuals with limited communication, physical and cognitive skills. The ideal candidate must be a team player capable of effectively working across departments while providing a positive and supportive environment.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8AM to 4PM (Some Flexibility) 
 

Salary commensurate with experience. 

Sign On Bonus: We are offering a $3,000 sign on bonus ($1,000 paid at time of hire, $1,000 paid after 3months of employment and another $1,000 paid after 6 months).

 

 What You'll Do:

  • Develop and prepare instructional materials
  • Implement evidence-based practices in the classroom
  • Complete all required assessments and reports per State and Federal guidelines
  • Work collaboratively to compose student IEPs with the team
  • Understand and implement each student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP)
  • Supervise classroom paraprofessionals

Why JRI?   

  • Be who you are! JRI is committed to creating a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and opportunity, where every employee is valued and supported in making a meaningful impact. 
  • We offer a $2,000 bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language other than English! 
  • Reimbursement is available for employees to cover the registration costs and annual fees for any professional license required for work such as LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, RN and more! 
  • Access to our excellent Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits. 
  • Retirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year and pension after 5 years of employment. 
  • Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities! 
  • Wellness benefits including access to employee engagement groups, self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program. 
  • Generous paid time off up to 19 days for full time employees in your first year and much more!

Requirements: 

  • MA DESE License in Special Education (severe disabilities preferred) AND we can consider candidates pursuing their license or is able to be waivered. Supervision and training will be provided to expand your professional expertise.
  • Out of State certifications considered. 
  • Applicants with a current certification in CPR are preferred. Training provided if needed.
  • Applicants must be able to work alone unsupervised.
  • Applicants must maintain valid driver’s license.
  • Background and driving record checks will be performed.

At JRI, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.

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