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Education Counselor- Per diem (1810)
MAB Community Services
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UnknownOn Site0-2 yrs$22 / HOURPosted 1 month ago
Location
Brookline, Massachusetts
Salary
$22 / HOUR
Quick overview
The counselor will support students in the classroom, working one-on-one or in small groups to help them meet IEP goals and build essential life skills using trauma-informed strategies. Responsibilities also include supporting group activities, community outings, and communicating effectively with the support team.
Requirements summary
Candidates should be patient, steady, and capable of remaining calm during unpredictable moments while building strong relationships with students. This role is suitable for individuals seeking experience in special education, mental health, or human services who enjoy collaborative team environments.
high schoolTeamworkCompassionRelationship BuildingCollaborationPatienceConsistencyBoundary SettingCalmnessTrauma-Informed StrategiesPositive Behavior Strategies
Job description
Job DetailsJob Location
- Ivy
- Street -
- Brookline,
- MA 02446Position
- Type:
- Per
- DiemEducation
- Level:
- High
- School/HiSet/GEDSalary
- Range: $22.28 - $22.28
- HourlyTravel
- Percentage:
- NoneJob
- Shift: DayWe are looking for Per Diem Education Counselors (Substitutes) Ivy Street School | Monday–Friday, 7:30am–3:30pm | $22.28/hour If you’re someone who wants your work to matter—and you don’t mind getting involved, being patient, and showing up consistently—this might be the role for you. Ivy Street School is a small, year-round, residential special education school for neurodiverse students ages 13–22. Our students are bright, complex, funny, challenging, and growing every day. We’re looking for Education Counselors who want to be part of that growth and are comfortable working in a hands-on, team-based environment. What your day actually looks like
- No two days are the same, but you can expect to: Be in the classroom supporting students alongside Special Education Teachers Work one-on-one or in small groups to help students stay engaged and meet their IEP goals Help students regulate, problem-solve, and build social and life skills—not just academics Use trauma-informed and positive behavior strategies (we’ll train you) Support group activities, electives, and community outings Pitch in with morning routines or residential programming when needed Communicate with teachers, clinicians, and nursing staff to keep students supported Complete basic notes and attend team meetings so everyone stays on the same page
- This role is a good fit if you: Are patient, steady, and able to stay calm in unpredictable moments Like building relationships and being a consistent adult presence Are comfortable setting boundaries while being compassionate Enjoy working as part of a close, collaborative team Want experience in special education, mental health, psychology, social work, or human services Why Ivy Street School $22.28/hour Monday–Friday, 7:30am–3:30pm (no late nights) Flexible scheduling, must work 3 shifts a month Strong training, mentorship, and support—you’re not thrown in alone A mission-driven environment where your work has visible impact Part of MAB Community Services, a respected nonprofit organization If you’re looking for a role where you can connect with students, grow professionally, and make a real difference during the school day—this is it. *****************************
- MAB Community Services provides equal opportunity to all staff and administers all personnel policies and procedures without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, sexual preference, gender identity, age, national origin, status as a Vietnam veteran era or disabled veteran, disability, or other factors which cannot legitimately be the basis for an employment decision. Furthermore, the agency is committed both to a program of affirmative action to encourage minority applications and to non-discrimination in hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and all other employment-related practices. MAB Community Services complies with all laws and regulations governing equal employment opportunity. In accordance with MAB’s ADA policy, MAB will engage in an interactive dialogue with individuals to determine if the essential functions of the position may be fulfilled with or without a reasonable accommodation. Qualifications