Special Education Teacher
Justice Resource InstituteMassachusetts, United States
Posted July 3, 2025
52000 - 94000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Justice Resource Institute (JRI) is a nonprofit that partners with individuals, families, communities, and government agencies to address systemic challenges in human services and education. Its core mission centers on advancing social justice by opening pathways to opportunity, independence, and permanency for underserved populations. JRI delivers a broad portfolio of evidence‑based services—including trauma‑informed care, advocacy, clinical therapy, direct care, and educational support—rooted in compassionate, innovative, and community‑leadership principles. By integrating research with practice, the organization continuously refines its approaches to achieve coordinated, effective outcomes that elevate the quality of care across the sectors it serves.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly organized and professional Special Education Teacher with experience teaching middle and high school aged students. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, patient, and have experience utilizing and applying the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
Requirements
- Massachusetts teaching certification by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (Ages 5 -12)
- Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and leadership abilities
- Knowledge of the needs of the population served; understanding of the range of interventions and treatment required by this population
Benefits
- $2,000 bilingual bonus
- Reimbursement for professional license registration costs and annual fees
- Access to Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits
- Retirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year and pension after 5 years of employment
- Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities
- Wellness benefits including access to employee engagement groups, self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program
- Generous paid time off up to 19 days for full time employees in your first year