What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Educator for ASD & Special Needs position at Laraway Youth & Family Services?
Seeking a caring educator for our remarkable students!
At Laraway, we know that autistic students and children with complex needs shine in extraordinary ways. Our school is a small, comfortable environment where they are understood, supported, and celebrated. If that resonates with you, you may be exactly who we’re hoping to welcome.
We’re looking for an Elementary Educator who is passionate about working with small groups and individual learners, collaborating closely with special educators and behavioral support staff, and creating a safe, engaging, trauma‑informed classroom.
In this role, you will:
- Design and deliver engaging, standards‑aligned lessons tailored to individual student needs
- Collaborate with teachers, clinicians, and behavior interventionists to support student growth
- Implement positive behavior supports and therapeutic, relationship‑based approaches
- Track and communicate student progress through data, assessments, and team collaboration
- Participate in school programs, professional development, and family‑centered care planning
What we’re looking for:
- Teaching licensure or a bachelor’s degree with adequate subject matter credits and teaching experience, and working toward licensure.
- Professional experience supporting autistic children or students with complex needs (2 years)
- A compassionate, flexible, and team‑oriented mindset
- Ability to support students’ physical, emotional, and academic needs
Why Laraway?
This work is challenging—and deeply meaningful. We value our team and offer comprehensive benefits, including health (and other) insurance, paid time off, leave options, an employee assistance program, retirement, and so much more!
If you’re ready to make a real difference in the lives of incredible students, we’d love to hear from you.
Work/Physical Requirements
- Given the at-risk population served, the position requires ongoing training and preparedness in the execution of physical restraint techniques. This may require running to catch a student.
- The “Handle with Care” program specifies that individuals with back and neck limitations are likely to be hampered in the execution of the protocols and greatly increases risk of harm to self or student.
- Ability to engage with youth in a variety of activities ranging from art, music, cooking and physical activities such as walking, hiking, swimming, and other outdoor sports.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
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Note: The work conditions and environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Laraway is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Please describe your specific experience working with ASD and/or Intensive Needs and what interests you most about this position.
- Do you have a valid driver's license? What offenses do you have on the license within the past 5 years?
- Are you at least 21 years old?
- At times, it may be necessary to transport a client in your personal vehicle. Do you have regular access to a safe, registered, insured, and inspected vehicle?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- teaching: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Teaching Certification (If not, attach school transcripts) (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $38