Special Education 1:1 Support Specialist (Year Round)

Location: Newport, VT

At The New School of Montpelier (NSM), you’ll find a welcoming community, opportunities to grow professionally, a supportive working environment, and one on one trained staff. Join our passionate team of educators and support staff who believe every individual has limitless potential.

Who is NSM? We are a student centered, employee owned cooperative, year round therapeutic school for students 5-22, and adult Intellectual Developmental Disabilities Support Provider. We create learning communities with a culture of safety and belonging committed to preparing individuals with unique and complex challenges for successful lives.

Mission: NSM is a learning community committed to preparing individuals with unique and complex challenges for successful lives. We use evidence based practices to promote independence, communication, social/emotional skills and academic growth, within a culture of safety and belonging.

Position: NSM is currently seeking Support Specialists that will support and follow through on individualized plans set for young adult participants or students working on community, life skills, and enrolled in educational and behavior programs. The successful candidate(s) would work collaboratively with educators and other support staff to meet the daily needs of our participants and students by providing appropriate activities and learning experiences in a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment.

Qualifications: Minimum of a high school diploma. Life experience after high school and successful experience working with children and/or people with disabilities preferred.

Other requirements for this position include:

• Ability and expectation to participate in recreational activities such as biking, hiking, walks, swimming, PE classes, etc.
• Comply with all policies and procedures in the NSM Employee Handbook and Student and Family Handbook.
• Participate in all required meetings and trainings
• Assist educators, special educators, speech/language pathologists, and program assistants in academic instruction and educational services.
• Implement strategies and interventions in behavior support
• Assist with daily living tasks, support in the community, and in vocational settings.
• Must be able to respond to physical interventions
• Valid driver’s license, current vehicle inspection and car insurance is required.

Compensation & Benefits: We are seeking a qualified candidate for a full-time, 222-day position, including 12 paid holidays and 13 paid personal days off as part of the annual school calendar.

This position offers a pay plus benefits package totalling between $43,977 to $47,927 for the 2025–2026 school year, based on qualifications and experience.

Current Pay Plus Benefits Package Includes:

• Pay Range: $31,219 – $34,965
• Employer-Paid Benefits*: $12,758 – $12,962*health insurance or health stipend, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, and 401k retirement plan with employer match.

*Effective through June 30, 2026 with total pay plus benefits package increasing to $46,172 - $54,949 effective July 1, 2026.

Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter (preferred not required) to . We encourage applicants to apply via email; or can also be mailed via USPS mail to The New School of Montpelier Human Resources, 9 West Street, Montpelier, VT 05602. Please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

If you need assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact the Human Resources Director at 802-222-6129.

The New School of Montpelier is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,250.00 - $54,949.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you comfortable transporting a participant with special needs in your personal vehicle?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Newport, VT 05855 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $31,219 - $34,965