Job Title: Lower School Teacher
Department: Program
Supervisor’s Title: Head of School
Employee Classification: Exempt

Havern School is on the lookout for dynamic and adaptable educators to join our Lower School team, which caters to kindergarten through 5th grade students. Our school is committed to the education of neurodiverse children, utilizing a multi-grade classroom model. We strive to create an inclusive atmosphere where the unique needs of each student are understood and addressed through a comprehensive curriculum covering all core subjects. The assignment of classrooms will be customized based on enrollment, as well as the experience, training, and expertise of our teachers. We seek flexible educators who are dedicated to meeting students at their individual learning levels, engaging in thoughtful inquiry to build confidence, and providing essential support to nurture their academic and personal growth. If you are passionate about delivering differentiated instruction in a small group setting and excel in a role that demands innovation and empathy, we invite you to apply.

Responsibilities:

Plan, deliver, and amend as necessary the instructional programs

Work closely with co-lead teacher/assistant teacher and other colleagues to ensure continuity within the grade level and from grade to grade

Build students’ confidence and self-esteem as you come to know them as learners and individuals

Maintain a classroom that is orderly, organized and equipped to meet the needs of the program and students, and presents a professional appearance to the community

Communicate with families via conferences, phone conversations, and emails and teacher blogs

Maintain student notes, anecdotal records, observations, work samples, and any appropriate assessments

Complete student progress reports three times annually, November, March, and June

Assume full responsibility for organizing, scheduling and leading parent-teacher-student conferences at a minimum of three times annually

Document reports, discipline, student health and other professional correspondence as appropriate

Attend monthly faculty meetings and other team or school-wide meetings as needed

Take advantage of professional development opportunities and remain current on educational research and best practices

Engage in self-assessment and work towards professional goals and professional growth

Play an active role in the admissions process through classroom visits, observations, and events

Participate fully in the life of the school by contributing to and attending school events, supporting advancement/development efforts, and being a representative of the school

Promote enrollment for the school internally and externally

Support the school and its leadership

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Competencies:

Bachelor’s degree in special education, Master’s degree preferred

Specific training and experience in the area of learning disabilities and autism spectrum disorder

Commitment to mission and philosophy of Havern School

Sensitivity to intellectual, physical, and emotional needs of students

Excellent verbal, written communication skills and strong organizational and management skills

Experience in curriculum development, collaborative planning and team teaching

Belief in each child’s individual’s ability and potential to learn and succeed

Growth mindset with a desire to grow and expand the classroom opportunities

Starting Salary: $50,000. This is a full-time EXEMPT position. Salary is negotiable based on experience and/or additional qualifications.

Havern School offers a full package of benefits including health, dental, life insurance, and retirement.

Please look at our website for more information about our school: www.havernschool.org If you are interested in applying, please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@havernschool.org.

Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap.

Updated: April, 2024

Job Title: Upper School Teacher
Department: Program
Supervisor’s Title: Head of School
Employee Classification: Exempt

Havern School is on the lookout for dynamic and adaptable educators to join our Upper School team, which caters to 6th - 8th grade students. Our school is committed to the education of neurodiverse children, utilizing a multi-grade classroom model. We strive to create an inclusive atmosphere where the unique needs of each student are understood and addressed through a comprehensive curriculum covering all core subjects. The assignment of classrooms will be customized based on enrollment, as well as the experience, training, and expertise of our teachers. We seek flexible educators who are dedicated to meeting students at their individual learning levels, engaging in thoughtful inquiry to build confidence, and providing essential support to nurture their academic and personal growth. If you are passionate about delivering differentiated instruction in a small group setting and excel in a role that demands innovation and empathy, we invite you to apply.

Responsibilities:

Plan, deliver, and amend as necessary the instructional programs

Work closely with co-lead teacher/assistant teacher and other colleagues to ensure continuity within the grade level and from grade to grade

Build students’ confidence and self-esteem as you come to know them as learners and individuals

Maintain a classroom that is orderly, organized and equipped to meet the needs of the program and students, and presents a professional appearance to the community

Communicate with families via conferences, phone conversations, and emails and teacher blogs

Maintain student notes, anecdotal records, observations, work samples, and any appropriate assessments

Complete student progress reports three times annually, November, March, and June

Assume full responsibility for organizing, scheduling and leading parent-teacher-student conferences at a minimum of three times annually

Document reports, discipline, student health and other professional correspondence as appropriate

Attend monthly faculty meetings and other team or school-wide meetings as needed

Take advantage of professional development opportunities and remain current on educational research and best practices

Engage in self-assessment and work towards professional goals and professional growth

Play an active role in the admissions process through classroom visits, observations, and events

Participate fully in the life of the school by contributing to and attending school events, supporting advancement/development efforts, and being a representative of the school

Promote enrollment for the school internally and externally

Support the school and its leadership

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Competencies:

Bachelor’s degree in special education, Master’s degree preferred

Specific training and experience in the area of learning disabilities and autism spectrum disorder

Commitment to mission and philosophy of Havern School

Sensitivity to intellectual, physical, and emotional needs of students

Excellent verbal, written communication skills and strong organizational and management skills

Experience in curriculum development, collaborative planning and team teaching

Belief in each child’s individual’s ability and potential to learn and succeed

Growth mindset with a desire to grow and expand the classroom opportunities

Starting Salary: $50,000. This is a full-time EXEMPT position. Salary is negotiable based on experience and/or additional qualifications.

Havern School offers a full package of benefits including health, dental, life insurance, and retirement.

Please look at our website for more information about our school: www.havernschool.org If you are interested in applying, please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@havernschool.org.

Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap.

Updated: April, 2024

Havern School is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our dedicated Havern Autism Program (HAP) team for the 2024-2025 school year. This position involves working with students with learning disabilities and autism, offering specialized support that enhances our educational approach. The BCBA will collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team including Havern faculty, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and mental health providers, contributing unique perspectives and skills to support our instructional programs. This role is crucial in creating an inclusive environment that addresses the unique needs of each student, providing comprehensive behavioral analysis and support to foster both academic and personal growth. We are looking for a professional who is committed to innovative and empathetic engagement, ensuring every student achieves their fullest potential. If you are passionate about making a significant impact in a dynamic educational setting, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

Assist students in developing advocacy, healthy coping skills, and developmentally appropriate problem-solving

Perform classroom observations of students of concern and work in conjunction with intervention specialists to develop a plan to support the student

Make appropriate referrals outside of school for ongoing care and support; maintain a diverse list of outside referrals that meets the needs of the students with regard to race, gender identity, socioeconomic needs, etc

Consult and liaise with outside therapists and evaluators

Teach and participate in curriculum development for social-emotional learning and social skills classes

Differentiate level of support based on identified needs as determined through direct knowledge and assessment of the student and in collaboration with the HAP team

Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of behavior intervention plans through data collection and analysis

Provide crisis intervention & support

Provide training and support to school staff, including teachers, paraprofessionals, and administrators, on behavior management techniques and strategies

Participate in the Admissions process via student observations or meetings, and feedback

Document behavioral services for students in a timely, ethical, and legal manner

Effectively communicate with families via conferences, phone conversations, and emails

Consult with the team when writing student progress reports

Take advantage of professional development opportunities and remain current on educational research and best practices

Engage in self-assessment and work towards professional goals and professional growth

Promote enrollment for the school internally and externally

Support the school and its leadership

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Competencies:

A Master's degree in applied behavior analysis or related field. Active Certification and in good standing with the Behavior Analysts Certification Board

Willingness and ability to obtain a Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Special Services Provider License.

2 or more years of clinical or school intervention experience; preferred candidate will have dual experience

Direct experience working with neurodiverse ASD population.

Knowledge and understanding of common co-occurring diagnoses and how to differentiate intervention

Knowledge of and experience with behavior skills training, creation of behavior intervention plans, and functional behavior assessments.

Knowledge and experience utilizing evidence-based therapeutic interventions (e.g., ACT) as well as some level of training or direct implementation of trauma-informed practices.

Commitment to the mission and philosophy of Havern School

Sensitivity to intellectual, physical, and emotional needs of students

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong organizational and management skills

Belief in each child’s individual’s ability and potential to learn and succeed

Growth mindset with a desire to grow and expand classroom opportunities

Benefits:

Work with a fun, professional, and supportive team of educators and therapeutic providers

Work with an amazing group of students

Attend professional development events and staff development days

Follow a school calendar similar to Jeffco School District

Full package of benefits including health, dental, life insurance, and retirement

Starting Salary: $70,000. This is a full-time EXEMPT position. Salary is negotiable based on experience and/or additional qualifications.

Please look at our website for more information about our school: www.havernschool.org If you are interested in applying, please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@havernschool.org.

Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap.

Updated: April, 2024

Havern School creates confident learners by nurturing the potential of students with neurodiverse learning profiles through the use of specialized, small-group instruction and integrated therapies.

This position is for a speech-language pathologist at Havern School and the Havern Autism Program (HAP), serving students with learning disabilities and autism. The SLP provides services to support the instructional program through their unique contribution which complements and augments those made by other professionals who also have unique perspectives and skills. Working collegially with lower and middle school faculty, our HAP team, occupational therapists and mental health providers, is essential. This is a .8 (4 days a week) position for the 2024-2025 school year.

Responsibilities:

Culturally responsive and competent in working with students with neurodiverse learning profiles, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (Level 2) ages 5 to 12 with a wide range of communication needs and learning styles

Providing high-quality direct speech-language therapy services to students within the classroom environment, in small groups, or 1:1 as needed

Conducting comprehensive and functional assessments, analyzing results, and writing reports to determine strengths and concerns in areas of speech, voice, fluency, pragmatics, language, and oral motor skills

Complete evaluation reports, write functional goals, take data, and other paperwork needed to provide high quality services

Developing treatment plans that are strength-based as well as child and family-centered for overall educational improvement

Assisting and guiding teachers in observing, describing, and referring suspected and identified speech and language delays/disorders

Consulting with teaching teams to develop and implement curriculum modifications and appropriate classroom strategies such as visual supports, oral motor exercises, language strips, topics of conversation, and data collection

Ensuring students’ skills are generalized across settings by collaborating with teaching teams and related service providers

Planning for and teaching, weekly social skills classes

Completing progress reports in a timely manner

Communicating and coordinating with all faculty and staff to ensure school mission, philosophy, and procedures are embraced

Attend team meetings and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including, classroom teachers, support staff, mental health providers, RBTs, OTs, and parents

Designing and conducting training for parents and families if needed

Maintaining an inventory of materials, assessments, and supplies

Maintaining appropriate, confidential, records

Keeping abreast of best practices in speech and language therapy and language development

Engaging parents and families in their student's learning and acting as an ambassador for the school in the community

Collaborating with the partner speech-language pathologist at Havern

Maintaining professional relationships with outside therapists

Contributing productively to the school as a whole

Attending and participating in school events outside of regular school hours

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Competencies:

Masters in Speech-Language Pathology required

American Speech-Language Hearing Association credentials required

Commitment to mission and philosophy of Havern School

Sensitivity to intellectual, physical, and emotional needs of students

Excellent interpersonal skills, as well as verbal, written communication skills and strong organizational and management skills

Believe in each individual’s ability and potential to learn and succeed

Maintain current knowledge of techniques and best practices in education and desire and willingness to take advantage of professional development opportunities

Collaborative team plan and student-centered problem-solver

Minimum two years clinical experience in school setting, preferred

Experience with language-based learning disabilities, preferred

Starting Salary: $48,000. This is a .8 (4 days a week) EXEMPT position. Salary is negotiable based on experience and/or additional qualifications.

Havern School offers a full package of benefits including health, dental, life insurance, and retirement.

Please look at our website for more information about our school: www.havernschool.org If you are interested in applying, please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@havernschool.org.

Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap.

Updated: April, 2024