This position is eligible for an up to $5000 bonus!

Under the direction of the Principal and Vice Principal/ Vocational Director, The COVE School Culinary Instructor coordinates with the vocational team to plan and implement school-wide vocational programming; coordinates development of new vocational programs and initiatives for the school community, including the creation and oversight of internship opportunities for students; provides direct instruction on specific vocational tracks and curricula, as well as computer literacy skills and entrepreneurship, to therapeutic class groupings of special education students primarily presenting with emotional impairments and performing at varying academic levels.

Additional responsibilities include networking, facilitating on and off-site student hands-on experiences, and specific job skills trainings.

How You'll Be Making a Difference

• Coordinates with Principal and Vice Principal/ Vocational Director in the development of school-wide and residential Culinary, Hospitality, and Small Business vocational program initiatives. Plans and implement new vocational programs.
• Works collectively with Job Coaches and Teaching Assistants to support school Work/Study initiatives including the development and implementation of Individual Vocational Plans and student portfolios and participating with the vocational team in the planning, facilitation, and oversight of on- and off-site internship programs for vocational and residential students.
• Under the direction of the Vice Principal/ Vocational Director and in collaboration with the Special Education Coordinator, aligns individual student driven vocational plans with student IEP goals, transition planning, ICSPs and service delivery.
• Works individually and in groups to help students to learn subject matter including vocational-specific vocabulary and application of employability skills, which will lead toward fulfillment of their potential intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth. Directs, assesses, and evaluates the learning experiences of students. Provides instruction needed for students to obtain certifications in the respective fields.
• Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all learning activities in collaboration with an interdisciplinary teaching team. Researches and collects educational resource materials. Develops and implements multi-part student lessons utilizing a Project Based Learning model.
• Encourages and monitors the progress and development of individual students and uses information to adjust teaching strategies. Participates in development and maintenance of individual student vocation portfolios, including tracking of hours and certificate completions by students. Provides coaching, instruction, and mentoring on internship sites.
• Maintains current knowledge of the facility/agency’s behavior management principles, system, and procedures, including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and EQ2 training. Participates in application of TCI in the school and vocational environments including crisis intervention, use of restraints when required, processing with children during incidents and utilization of LSI post incident. Teaching and modeling of social and emotional skills and growth.
• Participates as a member of student/client multi-disciplinary teams, provides information regarding the child’s progress in an educational setting and receives multi-disciplinary input and support to facilitate achievement of treatment, behavioral, and educational goals. Communicates information about internship placements on a regular basis to the treatment team.
• Provides monitoring and coverage as needed in the program, which may include monitoring of meals, halls, and/or chaperoning on field trips, etc.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license; will be required for transportation of students as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma (bachelor's degree preferred) and culinary industry required.
• Previous experience working in education and/or with program specific population of children highly desirable.
• Massachusetts Educator Licensure (preliminary or higher) or relevant vocational certification highly preferred.
• Computer literate including Microsoft Office with the ability to learn new software applications.

What The Home Can Offer You

In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth we serve, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance available
• Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days
• Extensive training to new staff
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,400 per fiscal year
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• And more!

Pay Range Positioning Summary

 The pay range listed represents the company’s good faith estimate of the salary or wage range for this position at the time of posting, as required under applicable law. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s relevant experience, education, skills, and internal equity relative to other employees in similar roles. Candidates with less directly related experience may be placed toward the lower end of the range, while those with extensive or specialized experience may be placed toward the higher end. Market conditions and budget considerations may also influence final pay decisions.

Valuing Diversity

We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.