Thanks for your interest in joining us at BRIGHTality School! If you made it here, you're probably interested in working with kids. You probably also know both how challenging and rewarding this work is! Job opportunities for BRIGHTality will be posted here, and we hope you'll keep an eye on the space.​For all open roles, please submit a resume and cover letter, along with any supporting documents relevant to your application to info@brightality.org with the subject line "BRIGHTality Application."

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Current Openings:

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Science Educator (2025-2026 School Year)

 

Position Overview: 

As a Science Educator at our independent special education school, you will play a pivotal role in providing engaging and tailored science education to students with diverse learning needs. Your primary responsibility will be to develop and implement comprehensive science curricula that accommodates individualized learning styles, needs and ability, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Development: Design and adapt science curricula to meet the unique needs and abilities of students with special educational requirements, ensuring alignment with state standards and educational goals.

• Differentiated Instruction: Employ a variety of instructional strategies and techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles, abilities, and sensory needs, including visual aids, hands-on experiments, and adaptive technology, and more.

• Individualized Learning Plans(IEP): Collaborate with special educator, special education coordinator, colleagues, therapists, and other professionals to develop and implement IEPs tailored to each student's strengths, challenges, and goals.

• Assessment and Progress Monitoring: Regularly assess student progress using a variety of assessment tools and techniques.

• Classroom Management: Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes active engagement, mutual respect, and social-emotional development.

• Collaboration and Professional Development: Collaborate with colleagues to integrate science education with other subject areas and interdisciplinary themes, participate in professional development activities to stay current on best practices in special education and science education, and contribute to the school community.

• Communication and Family Engagement: Maintain open and proactive communication with students, families, and caregivers regarding student progress, goals, and strategies for support, and involve families in their child's science education through regular updates, workshops, and events.

 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education, Special Education, Science Education, or a related field, or significant knowledge and experience in the content area. 

• Experience working with students with diverse learning needs, including but not limited to autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, learning disabilities, and intellectual disabilities.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

• Patience, flexibility, and a genuine passion for working with students with special educational requirements.

• Commitment to ongoing professional development and a growth mindset.

• Team player

• Joining our team as a Science Educator at our independent special education school offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with diverse learning needs, empowering them to discover and explore the wonders of science in a supportive and inclusive environment.

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Additional Information:

• Depending on the specific role and responsibilities, additional certifications or training in areas such as CPR, first aid, crisis intervention, or assistive technology may be required or preferred.

• Some positions may require the ability to lift and maneuver students with physical disabilities or mobility challenges.

• Clearances and background checks may be required by school districts or state education agencies.

 

Science Educator: Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information and respond to student needs

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to demonstrate activities

• Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery

• Seeing to read a variety of materials

• Close vision and ability to adjust focus

• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching

• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time

•  Lifting objects up to 50 pounds with or without assistance

• Driving a vehicle to transport or meet with students

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Science Educator: Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

●  Noise level is generally moderate
●  Meetings conducted in public and private settings
●  Indoor and outdoor in varying temperatures
●  Employee must have available transportation and be able to drive up to 100 miles in  day

Classroom Educator: Hazards

●  Potential physical hazards involved in intervening in altercations and antisocial behavior
●  Contact with dissatisfied individuals

 

All BRIGHTality Staff Must:

• Uphold BRIGHTality’s  mission by acting with integrity

• Team player

• Love of learning – a lifelong learner

• Flexible and adaptable

• Open to differing views and objectives

• Conflict resolution skills

• Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.

• Communicate effectively in a timely manner, both orally and in writing.

• Use technology in an effective manner for communicating and reporting.

• Meet schedules and timelines; plan and organize work.

• Work at a high level of independence.

• Use basic, job-related equipment including equipment used in a special education classroom and pertinent software applications

• Maintain professional, cordial relationships with students, parents, and staff.

• Use professional judgment in making reasonable decisions or recommendations in conjunction with other staff members and/or administrative leadership.

• Communicate in a respectful, professional, and courteous manner.

• Maintain confidentiality.

• Follow directions and uphold department policies and practices.

• Establish rapport and maintain positive, meaningful relationships with students to assist in improving their behavior, educational performance, and social relationships.

• Participate as a positive team member for the purpose of enhancing and sharing knowledge and skills for the delivery of best practices.

 

Reports to:  Director and Assistant Director

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Math Educator (Current Need)

 

Position Overview: 

As a Math Educator at our independent special education school, you will play a pivotal role in providing engaging and tailored math education to students with diverse learning needs. Your primary responsibility will be to develop and implement comprehensive math curricula that accommodates individualized learning styles, needs and ability, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Development: Design and adapt science curricula to meet the unique needs and abilities of students with special educational requirements, ensuring alignment with state standards and educational goals.

• Differentiated Instruction: Employ a variety of instructional strategies and techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles, abilities, and sensory needs, including visual aids, hands-on experiments, and adaptive technology, and more.

• Individualized Learning Plans(IEP): Collaborate with special educator, special education coordinator, colleagues, therapists, and other professionals to develop and implement IEPs tailored to each student's strengths, challenges, and goals.

• Assessment and Progress Monitoring: Regularly assess student progress using a variety of assessment tools and techniques.

• Classroom Management: Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes active engagement, mutual respect, and social-emotional development.

• Collaboration and Professional Development: Collaborate with colleagues to integrate science education with other subject areas and interdisciplinary themes, participate in professional development activities to stay current on best practices in special education and science education, and contribute to the school community.

• Communication and Family Engagement: Maintain open and proactive communication with students, families, and caregivers regarding student progress, goals, and strategies for support, and involve families in their child's science education through regular updates, workshops, and events.

 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education, Special Education, Math Education, or a related field, or significant knowledge and experience in the content area. 

• Experience working with students with diverse learning needs, including but not limited to autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, learning disabilities, and intellectual disabilities.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

• Patience, flexibility, and a genuine passion for working with students with special educational requirements.

• Commitment to ongoing professional development and a growth mindset.

• Team player

• Joining our team as a Math Educator at our independent special education school offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with diverse learning needs, empowering them to discover and explore the wonders of science in a supportive and inclusive environment.

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Additional Information:

• Depending on the specific role and responsibilities, additional certifications or training in areas such as CPR, first aid, crisis intervention, or assistive technology may be required or preferred.

• Some positions may require the ability to lift and maneuver students with physical disabilities or mobility challenges.

• Clearances and background checks are required by school districts or state education agencies.

 

Math Educator: Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information and respond to student needs

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to demonstrate activities

• Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery

• Seeing to read a variety of materials

• Close vision and ability to adjust focus

• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching

• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time

•  Lifting objects up to 50 pounds with or without assistance

• Driving a vehicle to transport or meet with students

​

Math Educator: Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

●  Noise level is generally moderate
●  Meetings conducted in public and private settings
●  Indoor and outdoor in varying temperatures
●  Employee must have available transportation and be able to drive up to 100 miles in  day

Classroom Educator: Hazards

●  Potential physical hazards involved in intervening in altercations and antisocial behavior
●  Contact with dissatisfied individuals

 

All BRIGHTality Staff Must:

• Uphold BRIGHTality’s  mission by acting with integrity

• Team player

• Love of learning – a lifelong learner

• Flexible and adaptable

• Open to differing views and objectives

• Conflict resolution skills

• Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.

• Communicate effectively in a timely manner, both orally and in writing.

• Use technology in an effective manner for communicating and reporting.

• Meet schedules and timelines; plan and organize work.

• Work at a high level of independence.

• Use basic, job-related equipment including equipment used in a special education classroom and pertinent software applications

• Maintain professional, cordial relationships with students, parents, and staff.

• Use professional judgment in making reasonable decisions or recommendations in conjunction with other staff members and/or administrative leadership.

• Communicate in a respectful, professional, and courteous manner.

• Maintain confidentiality.

• Follow directions and uphold department policies and practices.

• Establish rapport and maintain positive, meaningful relationships with students to assist in improving their behavior, educational performance, and social relationships.

• Participate as a positive team member for the purpose of enhancing and sharing knowledge and skills for the delivery of best practices.

 

Reports to:  Director and Assistant Director

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Special Educator (2025-2026 School Year)

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Job Summary:

Special educators are responsible for assisting in the designing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities or special needs. They work collaboratively with students, parents, teachers, and other professionals to ensure that each student receives appropriate support and achieves their educational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assessment: Conduct assessments to identify students' strengths, weaknesses, and learning needs. Use a variety of assessment tools and techniques to gather data on students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioral skills.

2. IEP Development: Work with sending schools to assist in developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities or special needs. Collaborate with parents, teachers, and other professionals to set goals, select appropriate interventions, and monitor progress.

3. Instruction: Provide specialized instruction to students with disabilities or special needs by adapting and modifying curriculum materials and teaching methods to meet students' diverse learning styles and needs.

4. Behavior Management: Implement behavior management strategies to support students with challenging behaviors. Develop behavior support plans, teach self-regulation skills, and provide social skills training to promote positive peer interactions.

5. Collaboration: Work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and other professionals to support inclusive education practices. Attend IEP meetings, participate in team meetings, and communicate regularly with parents and caregivers to coordinate services and support students' progress.

6. Professional Development: Stay current with best practices, research findings, and legal requirements in the field of special education. Participate in professional development activities, workshops, and training opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills.

 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education or a related field.

• State certification or Vermont licensure as a special education teacher.

• Knowledge of special education laws, regulations, and best practices.

• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

• Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to help students with disabilities succeed.

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Additional Requirements:

• Depending on the specific job role and population served, additional certifications or endorsements (e.g., autism spectrum disorders, behavior disorders) may be required.

• Experience working with students with diverse needs, including but not limited to learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, autism, ADHD, and emotional/behavioral disorders.

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Special Educator: Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• ●  Hearing and speaking to exchange information and respond to student needs

• ●  Dexterity of hands and fingers to demonstrate activities

• ●  Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery

• ●  Seeing to read a variety of materials

• ●  Close vision and ability to adjust focus

• ●  Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching

• ●  Sitting or standing for extended periods of time

• ●  Lifting objects up to 50 pounds with or without assistance

• ●  Driving a vehicle to transport or meet with students

​

Special Educator: Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

●  Noise level is generally moderate

●  Meetings conducted in public and private settings

●  Indoor and outdoor in varying temperatures

●  Employee must have available transportation and be able to drive up to 100 miles in day

 

Special Educator: Hazards

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●  Potential physical hazards involved in intervening in altercations and antisocial behavior

●  Contact with dissatisfied individuals

​

All BRIGHTality Staff Must:

• Uphold BRIGHTality’s  mission by acting with integrity

• Team player

• Love of learning – a lifelong learner

• Flexible and adaptable

• Open to differing views and objectives

• Conflict resolution skills

• Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.

• Communicate effectively in a timely manner, both orally and in writing.

• Use technology in an effective manner for communicating and reporting.

• Meet schedules and timelines; plan and organize work.

• Work at a high level of independence.

• Use basic, job-related equipment including equipment used in a special education classroom and pertinent software applications

• Maintain professional, cordial relationships with students, parents, and staff.

• Use professional judgment in making reasonable decisions or recommendations in conjunction with other staff members and/or administrative leadership.

• Communicate in a respectful, professional, and courteous manner.

• Maintain confidentiality.

• Follow directions and uphold department policies and practices.

• Establish rapport and maintain positive, meaningful relationships with students to assist in improving their behavior, educational performance, and social relationships.

• Participate as a positive team member for the purpose of enhancing and sharing knowledge and skills for the delivery of best practices.

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Reports to:  Director and Assistant Director

 

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