Education Counselor (2793)

Job DetailsJob Location: Ivy Street - BROOKLINE, MA 02446Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School/HiSet/GEDSalary Range: $22.28 - $22.28 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayMake a Difference—Every Day

Ivy Street School is a small, year-round, private residential special education school serving neurodiverse adolescents ages 13–22. As part of MAB Community Services, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and helping young people build the skills they need for independence and adulthood.

We are seeking Education Counselors who are creative, compassionate, and motivated to support students in a therapeutic, student-centered learning environment.

What You’ll Do:



Support classroom instruction alongside Special Education Teachers


Provide one-on-one and small-group support aligned with student IEP goals


Use trauma-informed and positive behavior approaches (ARC, PBIS, CPI)


Help students build academic, social-emotional, and life skills


Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including therapists and nurses


Lead group activities, electives, and community-based trips


Support morning routines and residential programming as needed


Complete basic documentation and participate in team meetings



Why Ivy Street School?



$22.28/hour with full-time stability, Monday-Friday 7:30am-3:30pm


Supportive, mission-driven team culture


Ongoing training and mentorship


Meaningful work with real impact on students’ lives


Qualifications
What We’re Looking For



High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred


Experience working with youth or individuals with disabilities is a plus


Strong communication, teamwork, and relationship-building skills


Interest in education, human services, psychology, or special education


Willingness to learn and grow in a therapeutic school setting



Requirements



CPR/First Aid certification (training provided)


Background check, drug, and alcohol screening


Valid driver’s license preferred


Ability to work in a fast-paced, active environment


Some holiday shifts required