Vermont Achievement Center, Inc.

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Join Our Team! Therapeutic Advocate Position

About Us:
• Vermont Achievement Center, Inc. (VAC), serving Rutland and Vermont since 1937.
• Offers innovative programs in special and early education, child care, water safety, and aqua therapy.
• Impacts over 7,000 children and families annually.

About the Role:
• Position: Therapeutic Advocate (T.A.) at Sheldon Academy
• Location: Rutland, VT 05701 (Relocation required)
• Pay: $15.75 - $16.00 per hour
• Hours: Full-time, 40 hours/week, Monday to Friday 8am-4pm

Key Responsibilities:
• Implement behavior management strategies and classroom schedules.
• Develop, monitor, and record individualized behavior and educational goals.
• Provide behavioral interventions and support for various learning styles, ensuring crisis intervention and training.
• Communicate with students, parents, and LEAs; maintain behavioral and academic data.
• Assist with planning academic and recreational activities; support team collaboration.

Qualifications:
• High School Diploma required; B.S. or B.A. in Child Development or related field preferred, with a minimum of 2 years of experience working with behaviorally/emotionally disturbed children.
• Preferably 1 year of experience in behavioral health or educational support roles.
• Valid Vermont driver's license, insurance on file, and criminal background check.
• Strong communication, empathy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle physical and emotional challenges.

Benefits:
• 403(b) Retirement with employer matching
• Health, Dental, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, and parental leave)
• Employee assistance and discount programs, including a 45% childcare discount
• Professional development assistance and tuition reimbursement

Apply Today to Make a Difference!

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The principal duties and responsibilities listed above are subject to change.

Vermont Achievement Center, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, military status, race, religion, marital status, or any other protected classes under the law.

Join Our Team! Special Education Teacher Position

$500 hiring bonus upon successful completion of probationary period, with additional bonus opportunities available!

About Us:
• Vermont Achievement Center, Inc. (VAC), serving Rutland and Vermont since 1937.
• Offers innovative programs in special and early education, child care, water safety, and aqua therapy.
• Impacts over 7,000 children and families annually.

About the Role:
• Position: Special Education Teacher at Sheldon Academy
• Location: Rutland, VT 05701 (Relocation required)
• Pay: $23.25 per hour
• Hours: Work 8-hour day shifts (Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm) for a 10-month position, following the school calendar for seasonal breaks and federal holidays.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide direct instruction, in-class support for learning and social skills, and therapeutic support.
• Assess student abilities and monitor general education and IEP goal achievement, with minimal tri-annual evaluation responsibilities.
• Implement, edit, and consult on IEP plans; share case management responsibilities and prepare IEP progress reports.
• Collaborate with general educators to prepare report cards and attend student meetings as scheduled.
• Plan and implement curriculum based on Vermont State Standards, maintain organized materials and student records, and provide consultation on therapeutic and behavior support methods.

Qualifications:
• B.S. or B.A. in Education or Special Education (Master's preferred) with Vermont Special Education Licensure K-12 or eligibility.
• 3 years of teaching experience with behaviorally/emotionally disturbed children.
• Valid Vermont driver's license and strong communication, organizational, and basic computer skills.
• Proficient in special education law, IEPs, and assessments.
• Deep understanding of learning disabilities, emotional-behavioral issues, and skilled in relationship management, emergency response, adaptability, and team collaboration.

Benefits:
• 403(b) Retirement with employer matching
• Health, Dental, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, and parental leave)
• Employee assistance and discount programs, including a 45% childcare discount
• Professional development assistance and tuition reimbursement

Apply Today to Make a Difference!

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The principal duties and responsibilities listed above are subject to change.

Vermont Achievement Center, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, military status, race, religion, marital status, or any other protected classes under the law.

Join Our Team! General Educator Teacher Position

$500 Hiring Bonus after Successful Completion of Probationary Period!

About Us:
• Vermont Achievement Center, Inc. (VAC), serving Rutland and Vermont since 1937.
• Offers innovative programs in special and early education, child care, water safety, and aqua therapy.
• Impacts over 7,000 children and families annually.

About the Role:
• Position: General Educator at Sheldon Academy
• Location: Rutland, VT 05701 (Relocation required)
• Pay: $23.25 per hour
• Hours: Work 8-hour day shifts (Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm) for a 10-month position, following the school calendar for seasonal breaks and federal holidays.

Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver direct instruction in core subjects using a team approach.
• Plan, implement, and monitor curriculum based on Vermont State standards, modifying lesson plans as needed.
• Maintain organized educational materials and accurate student records.
• Attend student meetings and consult with outside school districts/agencies.
• Collaborate with the educational team and implement therapeutic methods for student success and safety.

Qualifications:
• B.S. or B.A. in relevant subject area with VT Teaching License (K-8) and valid Vermont driver's license.
• 2 years of experience with behaviorally/emotionally disturbed children.
• Strong communication, empathy, and organizational skills.
• Strong knowledge of core subjects (e.g., Math, Science, English) and understanding of learning, emotional-behavioral challenges, and developmental disabilities.
• Proficient in behavior intervention techniques, relationship management, and emergency response, with basic computer proficiency.

Benefits:
• 403(b) Retirement with employer matching
• Health, Dental, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, and parental leave)
• Employee assistance and discount programs, including a 45% childcare discount
• Professional development assistance and tuition reimbursement

Apply Today to Make a Difference!

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The principal duties and responsibilities listed above are subject to change.

Vermont Achievement Center, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, military status, race, religion, marital status, or any other protected classes under the law.