Job Description

Job Description

Special Education Teacher – $5,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Location: Greenfield, NH (A beautiful country drive and conveniently situated in roughly equal distances to Concord, Keene, Manchester, Nashua, Amherst, and more!)

Crotched Mountain School & Village, a program of Seven Hills New Hampshire, is looking for a year-round Special Education Teacher to join our outstanding team of professionals dedicated to enhancing the lives of our students in a unique, highly specialized therapeutic environment.

About Crotched Mountain School:

Crotched Mountain School (CMS), a program of Seven Hills New Hampshire, hosts innovative special education, recreation, arts, music, and vocational programming for students, aged 5-21, who are on the autism spectrum, and/or have disabilities and other challenges that are better supported in an alternative, least-restrictive environment to their local public school system. Students have the option to live year-round in the appointed residences on the sprawling campus located in Greenfield, New Hampshire. Situated on thousands of acres of preserved habitat, CMS offers a therapeutic environment in which students are encouraged to explore and thrive.

Crotched Mountain School & Village Offers Exceptional Benefits for Teachers:

• Sign-On Bonus: $5,000
• Continuing Education: Paid licensure, free CE events, and professional education level salary increases
• Insurance & Retirement: Medical, dental, vision, and 403b retirement plan with 25%-33% match (based on tenure)
• Assistance Programs: Employee assistance, education assistance (including tuition and student loan support)
• Work-Life Balance: No weekends, flexible schedule
• Time Off: 8 weeks paid time off, including 11 paid holidays, plus 10 paid sick days, and 3 paid personal days annually
• Loan Forgiveness: Eligible employer under Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Professional Growth: Unique skill-building and resume enhancement in a specialized program
• Exceptional Environment: Supportive clinical team and scenic outdoor setting with hiking, lakefront access, and nearby skiing

Position Overview: As a Special Education Teacher, you'll be responsible for delivering engaging academic and life skills instruction tailored to individual student needs. You'll create a dynamic classroom environment, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize effective teaching methodologies like Applied Behavior Analysis or Collaborative Problem Solving.
• Design and deliver customized lesson plans for individual and group learning.
• Maintain a safe and supportive classroom environment.
• Monitor student progress through assessments and detailed reporting.
• Work closely with other professionals and communicate with parents to support student development.
• Manage and support classroom staff and participate in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications:

• New Hampshire Special Education Teacher Certification required.
• Experience with students with disabilities and in assessment/report writing preferred.
• Strong commitment to professional growth and adhering to policies.
• Physical requirements may include (but are not limited to) bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, sitting/standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 lbs.

Why Join Us?

• $5,000 sign-on bonus.
• Be part of a supportive team committed to making a difference.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Exceptional benefits package.

Apply today and help us make a lasting impact on the lives of our students!

Company Description

Since 1953, Seven Hills Foundation has had a history of caring for people who have the ability to thrive when given the support, respect, and dignity that all human beings deserve. The basic principle of serving others is the cornerstone of the foundation upon which Seven Hills is built. Seven Hills Foundation now stands as one of the most dynamic and comprehensive non-profit health and human services in the country. With over 190 locations in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, and eight countries abroad, Seven Hills is the premier provider of comprehensive support for people with significant life challenges.

Our professional staff is passionate about our work that helps people.

SEE the possibilities, BELIEVE in themselves, and ACHIEVE their dreams.

Company Description

Since 1953, Seven Hills Foundation has had a history of caring for people who have the ability to thrive when given the support, respect, and dignity that all human beings deserve. The basic principle of serving others is the cornerstone of the foundation upon which Seven Hills is built. Seven Hills Foundation now stands as one of the most dynamic and comprehensive non-profit health and human services in the country. With over 190 locations in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, and eight countries abroad, Seven Hills is the premier provider of comprehensive support for people with significant life challenges.\r\n\r\nOur professional staff is passionate about our work that helps people.\r\n\r\nSEE the possibilities, BELIEVE in themselves, and ACHIEVE their dreams.