If you are a recent college graduate with experience in working with special-needs children and a desire to develop that experience into a career, consider applying with the New England Center for Children! The New England Center for Children (NECC) is a private, nonprofit autism education center dedicated to our mission: to transform the lives of children with autism worldwide through education, research and technology.

NECC is seeking a qualified, dedicated person to join our dynamic, close-knit team as a Special Education Teacher of Children with Autism. This is an entry-level position teaching children across the autism spectrum using specific techniques such as applied behavior analysis (ABA).  You will teach students to gain skills in academics and socialization, with the goal of building independence in all areas of their lives.

• Self-help skills
• Speech and language objectives
• Adaptive physical education
• Age-appropriate leisure skills
• Activities for daily living
• Community integration

As a Special Education Teacher of Children with Autism, it is important that you have some experience working with special-needs students and that you are comfortable working with students of all ages and various intellectual disabilities.  Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and organizational skills are must. A Special Education Teacher of Children with Autism also needs to be able to perform physical interventions in response to aggressive behavior, and be able to move quickly and confidently to intervene in such situations.

Level 1 teachers do not handle case management, so a liberal arts degree is sufficient. Level 2 teachers do handle case management, and require either practical hands-on experience, or specific focus in their undergraduate studies (preferably psychology and/or applied Behavior Analysis.) Specific requirements for the position include:

• 4 year degree at an accredited college/university
• Experience working with special-needs students
• Physical ability to perform essential functions of direct care, such as protective holds, movements and carries.
• High level of patience, physical and emotional stamina, self-confidence, and a sense of humor
• Valid driver’s license,  clean driving record and own car
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite,

Benefits:

As a Special Education Teacher of Children with Autism, you will receive extensive training in ABA guidelines and individualized student guidelines. In your second or third year with us, you can advance to a middle management role as a coordinator. Our compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Significant tuition reimbursement for continuing education in related fields
• Professional development opportunities through our onsite graduate degree programs.
• 2-5 weeks paid vacation per year
• Some relocation assistance available

Turn your talents in working with special-needs children into a new career! Apply with us today!