Careers at Havern

  • WHAT MAKES THIS JOB SPECIAL?

    • Manageable, low caseload

    • Access to 17 assessments (additional available upon request)

    • Large and well-stocked materials library

    • $500 annual budget for new materials

    • Supportive, interdisciplinary team

    • Flexible schedule — 2, 3, 4, or 5 days per week (Health benefits available if working 4 or 5 days)

    ABOUT THE ROLE:

    Havern School and the Havern Autism Program (HAP) are seeking a speech-language pathologist to support students with learning disabilities and autism. This role may be full-time or part-time (2–5 days/week), depending on candidate availability and program needs. This position follows the school calendar, with salary and benefits distributed evenly over 12 months. If 5 days a week, it is 186 days.

    The SLP provides direct services, collaborates with faculty, and plays a key role in a multidisciplinary team that includes teachers, mental health providers, occupational therapists, and behavior specialists. The ideal candidate brings creativity, compassion, and deep respect for neurodiverse learners.

    ABOUT HAVERN SCHOOL:

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

    RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

    • Providing direct speech-language therapy to students (small group, classroom, or 1:1)

    • Serving neurodiverse learners in grades K-8, including students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (Level 2)

    • Conducting assessments, analyzing results, writing reports, and setting functional goals

    • Designing strength-based, child- and family-centered treatment plans

    • Collaborating with teachers on modifications, strategies, and generalization of skills

    • Leading weekly social skills groups

    • Participating in team meetings and maintaining close communication with families

    • Managing materials and therapy spaces

    • Staying current with best practices in the field

    • Attending occasional school events outside regular school hours

    • Other duties as assigned

    QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES:

    • Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

    • Colorado licensure and ASHA certification (CCC-SLP) or qualify to complete Clinical Fellowship

    • Minimum 2 years of experience in a school setting preferred

    • Experience with language-based learning disabilities preferred

    • Commitment to neurodiversity-affirming practices and whole-child education

    • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills

    • Strong organizational and documentation skills

    • Collaborative, compassionate, and student-centered mindset

    Salary Range: $60,000–$80,000 (prorated if part-time)Compensation and benefits are based on a school-year schedule and distributed over 12 months.

    Please visit our website to learn more: www.havernschool.org

    If you are interested in applying, 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 disability.


  • One-on-One BT will provide behavioral and instructional support for a student in our K - 5th program with an autism diagnosis or similar behavior challenges. The BT will implement programming and behavior intervention based on the student’s individualized plan created by the student’s classroom teacher and BCBA. The one-on-one RBT will work mainly with one student, but also support all students in the classroom at times.

    Responsibilities

    • Work 7:45 am -3:45 pm Monday - Friday

    • Implement both skill acquisition programming and maladaptive behavior intervention to a student in a K-5th autism classroom and small groups. 

    • Know the student’s intervention plan and implement behavior responses throughout the day

    • Provide support to classroom teachers when student is struggling and needs extra support with academic work

    • Provide direction based on behavior intervention plans when new team members come on board

    • Collect consistent data on student’s behavior or academic goals

    • Regular meetings with BCBA and Classroom teacher to communicate challenges, progress and ideas

    • Complete documentation by deadlines including but not limited to data collection, client documentation, etc. 

    • Create visuals or instructional materials for student at BCBA, or teacher’s, request

    • Follow all ASD program and Havern policies 

    • Maintain a positive attitude and supportive work environment

    Qualifications and Competencies

    • High School Diploma

    • Bachelor’s degree preferred

    • At least 18 years old

    • Willingness to complete Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training 

    • Preferred at least 1 year working as an RBT OR similar position implementing behavior intervention with children 5-10 years old

    • Preferred 1 year working in a school setting

    • Stellar written and verbal communication skills

    • Professional, excellent with taking feedback and applying it, strong work ethic

    • Works well in a fast-paced environment

    • Ability to adjust energy level based on the environment

    • Passionate about making a difference!

    Benefits

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

    • Work with an amazing group of students 

    • Work closely with your BCBA and receive regular training and supervision to become an RBT and ongoing supervision as dictated by the BACB

    • Attend professional development events and staff development days

    • Loosely follow the Jeffco School District calendar (including seasonal breaks, in-service days, holidays, and summer break)

    • Accrued Sick days & Personal Days

    Compensation

    $33,000 - $35,000 annual salary

    Salary is negotiable based on experience and/or additional qualifications. 

    HAP 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 Robyn Ledebuhr, Director of ASD Programming, at rledebuhr@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.


  • RBT will provide behavioral and instructional support to k-5th grade students with an autism diagnosis or similar behavior challenges. The RBT will implement programming and behavior intervention based on the student’s individualized plan created by the student’s classroom teacher and BCBA. The classroom RBT will work with a variety of students across all grades. 

    Responsibilities

    • Work 7:45am -3:45pm Monday - Friday

    • Implement both skill acquisition programming and maladaptive behavior intervention to students’ kindergarten through 5th grade. 

    • Know student intervention plans and implement behavior intervention plans throughout the day with fidelity

    • Provide support to students that are working on learning to learn skills within the classroom

    • Provide modeling of behavior intervention plans when needed with new team members 

    • Collect consistent data on student’s behavior or academic goals

    • Regular meetings with BCBA and Classroom teacher to communicate challenges, progress and ideas to increase success in the classroom

    • Complete documentation by deadlines including but not limited to timesheets, client documentation, etc. 

    • Create visuals or instructional materials for students at BCBA, or teacher’s, request

    • Follow all HAP and Havern policies 

    • Maintain a positive attitude and supportive work environment

    Qualifications and Competencies

    • High School Diploma

    • Willingness to become CDE licensed with Substitute license

    • Bachelor’s degree preferred

    • At least 18 years old

    • Current Registered Behavior Technician certification in good standing with BACB

    • At least 6 months working as an RBT implementing behavior intervention with children 5-12 years old

    • Preferred 1 year working in a school setting

    • Stellar written and verbal communication skills

    • Professional, excellent with taking feedback and applying it, strong work ethic

    • Works well in a fast-paced environment

    • Ability to adjust energy level based on the environment

    • Passionate about making a difference!


    Benefits

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

    • Work with an amazing group of students 

    • Work closely with your BCBA and receive regular RBT supervision as dictated by the BACB

    • Attend professional development events and staff development days

    • Loosely follow the Jeffco School District calendar 

    • Paid Holidays & school breaks

    • Accrued Sick days

    • PTO

    Compensation

    This position runs 10 months of the year with a 12 month contract. This is a full-time EXEMPT position. Annual salary range 36,000-39,000/ year. 

    Salary is negotiable based on experience and/or additional qualifications. 

    HAP 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 Robyn Ledebuhr, Director of ASD Programming, at HAP@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.

  • Havern School is seeking a grounds/maintenance person for its 12 acre grounds and 94,000 square foot building.  Responsibilities will fluctuate between the two areas depending on priorities, but will include:

    • Monitor condition of landscape and grounds, performing routine pruning, cleanup, and overall upkeep.

    • Ensure all grounds equipment and machines are in good repair

    • Act as liaison with vendors for janitorial services, mowing, tree care, irrigation, pest control and chemical treatments

    • Assist teachers and staff with logistical issues as assigned

    • Maintain sidewalks in safe condition during winter, using motorized and manual equipment, and salt/sand as necessary

    • Non-specialized skills in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, finishing, painting and other basic maintenance fields will be necessary

    • Manage time effectively 

    • Respond to work order assignments in timely manner

    • Ability to be trained to contribute to the security posture of the school, and to be versed in emergency response as identified in the employee handbook.

    • Ability to become versed in techniques for safely handling hazardous materials such as bodily fluids and chemicals.

    • Receive training in our asbestos management plan, and respond appropriately.

    • Must have the ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds

    • Compensation: $60,000 - $65,000, dependent on experience

    This is a hands-on, permanent, full time, non-exempt position with benefits.  Havern is a K-8 independent school for children with learning disabilities.  Background check required.