Job Description

To assist students to become more active learners and make substantial academic gains, The COVE School provides a year-round engaging and comprehensive program focused on education, career development, recreation/fitness, and an individualized therapeutic approach. These areas of focus are essential in helping students build self-esteem and become active members of their communities by reducing academic and behavioral regression, promoting positive social skills, and providing exercise and fun.

Under the direction of the Principal/Vice Principal, the horticultural instructor will design and implement vocational curriculum for students at varying academic levels; behavioral management and related crisis intervention activities in the classroom; multi-disciplinary treatment team activities; and preparation of related reports and documentation, including Individual Education Plans (IEP) and treatment plans.

How You'll Be Making a Difference

• Plan and implement Horticultural vocational educational programs for students including curriculum and specific lesson plans consistent with broad educational guidelines of the agency and facility as well as Career Development Coordinator plans. Research and collect vocational resource materials, and provide individualized career instruction to students of wide-ranging academic performance in conjunction with the Career Development Coordinator.
• Implement behavioral management program within the classroom. Maintain current knowledge of the facility/agency’s behavior management principles, system, and procedures, including TCI training. Participate in application of the system in the classroom including crisis intervention and teaching and modeling of social and emotional skills and growth.
• Participate as a member of student/client multi-disciplinary teams, provide information regarding the student’s progress in an educational setting and receive multi-disciplinary advice and guidance to facilitate achievement of treatment, behavioral and educational goals. Meet and maintain liaison with collateral staff as required and serve as student advocate.
• Participate in a variety of meetings, conferences and workshops and prepare a variety of reports and records, including IEPs, daily notes, conference reports, documentation forms, report cards and related comments, etc.
• Provide monitoring and coverage as needed in the program, which may include monitoring of lunch, recess, halls, and/or chaperoning on field trips, etc.
• May serve on department, facility, or agency committees as appropriate.
• Communicate with and involve families in the vocational program of each student; assist the Career Development Coordinator in the implementation of appropriate activities in the program.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree and knowledge in the field of Horticulture required
• Previous experience working in education and/or with program specific population highly desirable
• Computer literate including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer with the ability to learn new software applications

Pay Range Positioning Summary

The pay range listed represents the company’s good faith estimate of the salary or wage range for this position at the time of posting, as required under applicable law. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s relevant experience, education, skills, and internal equity relative to other employees in similar roles. Candidates with less directly related experience may be placed toward the lower end of the range, while those with extensive or specialized experience may be placed toward the higher end. Market conditions and budget considerations may also influence final pay decisions.

What The Home Can Offer You

In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth we serve, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance are available
• Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days
• Extensive training to new staff
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,400 per fiscal year
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• And more!

Valuing Diversity

We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.