ELA Teacher

Anchor Academy is a therapeutic day school specializing in trauma-informed services for students aged 10-22 with complex trauma histories, mental health issues, educational challenges, and behavioral difficulties. We offer a supportive environment addressing education, clinical, pre-vocational, recreational, and behavioral needs, utilizing frameworks like ARC and BCC to foster emotional regulation, personal strengths, and healthy relationships. Certified special education and/or content teachers provide curricula aligned with the Massachusetts Curriculum Framework.

We seek a highly organized and professional licensed ELA Special Education Teacher with experience teaching middle and high school students. The ideal candidate is patient, enthusiastic, and experienced in teaching ELA, capable of working with students in a clinically appropriate manner while maintaining a challenging learning environment. Experience in alternative school settings is preferred. Our interdisciplinary approach involves collaboration with educational, clinical, nursing, and vocational departments.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

• Respect, collaboration, and opportunity in the workplace, valuing every employee.
• $2,000 bilingual bonus for new hires speaking a second language.
• Reimbursement for professional license registration and fees (e.g., LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, RN).
• Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits.
• Retirement options including 401K with up to $800 match and pension after 5 years.
• Professional development, tuition reimbursement up to $4,000, and discounted tuition at partner colleges.
• Wellness benefits, employee engagement groups, self-care resources, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off up to 19 days in the first year for full-time employees and more.

• Massachusetts teaching certification from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
• Knowledge of the relevant content area.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and leadership abilities.
• Understanding of the needs of the served population and appropriate interventions.
• Acceptable background checks (CORI and OIG).

At JRI, we foster a respectful, collaborative environment where staff can grow, develop skills, and make a meaningful community impact. We are an equal opportunity employer.