​

​​Classroom Assistant/ParaProfessional

Immediate, Full Time, Permanent Position

​​

St. Elizabeth School is a nonpublic, special education school serving students grades 1 – 12, ages 6- 21. The School is seeking a Classroom Assistant to join our dynamic team.

The starting pay for Classroom Assistants is between $26,400-$28,200 (non-degreed), $28,200-$29,900 (Associate’s degree), or $29,900-$31,700 (Bachelor’s degree). Classroom Assistants have guaranteed hours and are paid for snow days, school holidays, winter and spring break, and additional other non-working days during the 11-month school year.
 

May serve as a teaching assistant, program assistant, and/or one-to-one assistant.
 

FUNCTION:​

Assists with:

• Classroom preparation, organization and instruction

• Data collection and record keeping

• Escort and monitor students during the change of class

• Behavior management and student support throughout the school day

• Attend and participate in general staff meetings, weekly team meetings, conferences and in-services.

• Work with students requiring individual and/or small group attention

• Work as a team player to create a positive learning atmosphere

 

REQUIREMENTS: 

• High School Diploma Required. Bachelor's Degree Preferred.

• Some experience with special populations preferred

• Successful completion of a drug screening and Criminal Background Check

• Valid driver’s license with willingness to drive own vehicle or school vehicle for school business

​

BENEFITS:

• Include competitive salaries

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Short/long term disability insurance

• Tuition reimbursement

• 403b retirement savings plan

• Paid time off.

• EEOC Statement: St. Elizabeth School is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. St. Elizabeth School makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

• Dental insurance

• Flexible spending account

• Health insurance

• Health savings account

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Referral program

• Retirement plan

• Tuition reimbursement

• Vision insurance

​

SCHEDULE:

• Day shift

• Monday to Friday

 

Send resume to Teresa de Boer at tdeboer@sesbmore.org​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​​

​

​

 

​​Behavior Support Specialist

Immediate, Full Time, Permanent Position

​​

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Support the management and implementation of St. Elizabeth School’s behavior support services.

• Document program results, maintain accurate records and other required data, and submit reports in a timely manner.

• Provide student crisis counseling as well as in-class and transitional behavior support to students with interfering behaviors. 

• Work directly with students to help them achieve behavior goals in accordance with their Behavior Intervention Programs.

• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and develop, implement and monitor Behavior Intervention Plans.

• Assist in the development and implementation of Professional Development trainings

• Prepare IEP/BIP documentation and participate in IEP Team Meetings.

• Facilitate communication among school staff and families.

• Participate in continuing education and professional growth activities to keep current with issues, laws and regulations regarding positive behavior interventions, special education, and other issues related to children with special needs.

• May be frequently required to lift 25-50 pounds and may occasionally be required to lift up to 100 pounds in response to student needs. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

 

Education: 

• Master’s degree in related field (e.g. psychology, special education, social work, behavioral analysis, or related mental health field)

• BCBA certification preferred, but not required

 

Salary: 

• Starting Salary Range $45,000 – 65,000

 

Skills/Requirements: 

• Demonstrates a passion for working with elementary-aged students, with the ability and willingness to provide effective behavioral support to students across all grade levels.

• Advanced ability to conduct Functional Behavior Assessments, complete data analysis, and develop, implement, and monitor Behavior Intervention plans using data to drive decisions.  

• Must be proficient Microsoft Office and Google Suite application skills.

• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team setting and in diverse environments.   

• Demonstrates strong communication skills.  Can effectively and appropriately engage diverse audiences including colleagues, students, families, local school system representatives and community members, etc. 

• Must be able to accept constructive criticism. 

• Successful completion of a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.

• Applicant must have a valid driver’s license. 

 

 

 

Benefits: 

Include competitive salaries and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short/long term disability insurance, professional development budget, 403b retirement savings plan, and paid time off.

 

​Email resume and cover letter to: tdeboer@sesbmore.org

 

EEOC Statement: St. Elizabeth School is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. St. Elizabeth School makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

Speech-Language Pathologist

Immediate, Full Time, Permanent Position

​

FUNCTION:  

• Conduct comprehensive speech and language assessments to identify students’ communication needs and establish appropriate treatment goals.

• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the student’s educational and related service team.

• Provide evidence-based speech and language therapy across a variety of settings and service-delivery models, including individual, small-group, classroom-based, and pull-out services.

• Integrate therapeutic interventions into classroom instruction and school activities to support students’ ability to access and participate in their educational program.

• Collaborate with teachers, special educators, SLPs, and other related service providers to develop coordinated strategies that address students’ communication needs across environments.

• Participate in co-treatment and co-teaching opportunities to promote a team-based approach to student intervention and skill development.

• Document student progress, adjust interventions as needed, and communicate recommendations and outcomes to educational teams and families.

• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and engaging interdisciplinary culture within a private, nonpublic school setting.

 

REQUIREMENTS:  

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.

• Current Maryland license and/or eligibility for Maryland certification as a Speech-Language Pathologist.

• Experience providing speech and language services to children and/or adolescents, preferably in a special education or school setting.

• Knowledge and experience in the assessment and treatment of communication disorders and the ability to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, parents, teachers, and related service providers.

• Patience, empathy, flexibility, and a passion for working with students with special needs.

• All candidates must pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.

• Willingness to drive a personal vehicle and/or school vehicle for school purposes, preferred.

 

SALARY RANGE:  $60,000– $71,250

 

BENEFITS:  Include competitive salaries and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short/long term disability insurance, professional development allowance, 403b retirement savings plan, and paid time off. 

 

 

 

If you are a dedicated and compassionate educator who is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of students with special needs, we encourage you to apply for this High School Math Teacher position.  Join us in our mission to empower our students to reach their full potential! 

 

Email resume and cover letter to: tdeboer@stelizabeth-school.org

 

​

 

EEOC Statement: St. Elizabeth School is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. St. Elizabeth School makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​