Career Opportunities

Art Teacher

At Collier, the arts are life-savers, giving students the means for self-expression and confidence-building. Because this need has grown in our population, the school is seeking a skilled and caring individual to help expand its art electives, especially in the area of digital art.

Collier School is a fully accredited non-profit, private school, that services classified High School and Middle School students. Through quality education, specialized instruction and therapeutic support, students come to experience themselves as caring, talented and high-achieving individuals.

Qualifications:

• Must have a CEAS, CE or Standard NJ Teacher of Art (1200) and Visual Arts Certificate (4106)
• Teacher of Students with Disabilities, a plus
• Knowledge working with special education students and positive behavior support, is a plus

Collier High School seeks a Drama Teacher for the 2022-2023 school year.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and educate students individually and in small groups
• Develop and implement lessons and activities through multi-sensory approach
• Provide students with differentiated instruction and behavioral modification
• Understand and align instruction based on IEP
• Maintain and establish relationships, routines and procedures within the classroom
• Maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning
• Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and school policies
• Must complete evaluations, daily reports, grades and other reports
• Maintain a healthy and safe environment for students

Qualifications:

• Must have Teacher of the Handicapped (TOH) Certification or Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD), or be willing to return to school for TOSD.
• Must have K-12 NJ Teaching Certification with specialization in Drama
• Must have experience working with students with disabilities
• Strong background in behavior modification and classroom management strategies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods, including positive behavior supports, and differentiated instruction.

EOE

Collier High School seeks an English Teacher for the 2022-2023 school year.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and educate students individually and in small groups
• Develop and implement lessons and activities through multi-sensory approach
• Provide students with differentiated instruction and behavioral modification
• Understand and align instruction based on IEP
• Maintain and establish relationships, routines and procedures within the classroom
• Maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning
• Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and school policies
• Must complete evaluations, daily reports, grades and other reports
• Maintain a healthy and safe environment for students

Qualifications:

• Must have Teacher of the Handicapped (TOH) Certification or Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD), or be willing to return to school for TOSD.
• Must have K-12 NJ Teaching Certification with specialization in English
• Must have experience working with students with disabilities
• Strong background in behavior modification and classroom management strategies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods, including positive behavior supports, and differentiated instruction.

Collier High School is seeking an Instructional Paraprofessional for the Work Based Learning (WBL) program.

This person would perform routine assistance and coaching to students with disabilities under the direction of the certified WBL Coordinator and High School administrators. They would assist in the day-to-day performance of classroom and associated activities, including delivering individual and small group lessons with the guidance of the teacher.

Responsibilities (Under the supervision of a certified individual)...

• Under detailed guidance from the coordinator/instructor, assist in facilitating classroom activities carried out by the students.
• Monitor & Supervise students during independent practice
• Communicate with, assist, and answer questions from students as required on routine day to day WBL/classroom issues.
• Deliver individual and group lessons.
• Participate in planning meetings to design individual programs.
• Prepare materials as directed & assist in setting up instructional activities.
• Work in support of behavioral management plans. Act as coach and mentor to students.
• Maintains confidentiality of tasks and services rendered.
• Assists students with the development of appropriate social skills and helps provide positive reinforcement to motivate and acknowledge acceptable behavior.
• Substitutes for staff members on an as needed basis.
• Performs administrative tasks as directed. (i.e. - write-ups, maintains WBL files/data/reports)
• With a valid NJ state driver’s license, transports students to and from worksites, meetings, field trips and other educational programs.
• Chaperones off-campus work and field trips.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Possess a valid NJ Substitute or Teaching Certificate
• Possess a valid NJ Driver’s License
• A familiarity with academic basic skills
• Prior experience in working with students with behavioral disabilities
• Demonstrates appropriate communication skills as applicable for the position
• Ability to work effectively with students, teachers and administrators
• Demonstrates an ability to work under a team concept
• Demonstrates a willingness to take initiative and responsibility
• Demonstrates a willingness to work successfully and enthusiastically under the supervision/direction of classroom teacher/program coordinator.

Collier School is seeking Kitchen servers to assist in our cafeteria.  The position is part-time: 9 am-1:30 pm, Monday through Friday.  Start time is flexible, but must be able to work at least 10:30 am-1:30 pm.

JOB SUMMARY:

• Assist in the set-up of meals
• Serve lunch to students and staff
• Breakdown steam tables
• Clean up after lunch duties
• Help to keep the kitchen area clean and organized
• Assist with meal prep, when necessary
• Transport food between the Middle and High School (via car or Collier golf cart).

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Start time is flexible, but must be able to work 10:30 am-1:30 pm
• Must be responsible and reliable
• Must be a team player
• Must be flexible and able to cover for other staff in their absence
• Must have valid driver's license if using car to transport food.

Both Collier Middle School and High School are seeking Paraprofessionals/Instructional Aides.

Responsibilities:

• Assist teacher and provide extra support to students with disabilities
• Provide instructional assistance individually or in a small group
• Encourage, coach and assist students with emotional, academic and personal growth
• Assist with any other projects and activities as needed, which includes transporting students

Qualifications:

• Must have experience teaching high-functioning students on the Autism Spectrum.
• Must have a Substitute Certification or willing to obtain a substitute certification by demonstrating proof of 60 college credits, or pass the ParaPro assessment with a score of at least 456.
• NJ Standard Teaching Certification, a plus
• Must have experience working with classified students with diversified needs and differentiated instruction
• Experience with positive behavioral support, a plus
• Valid driver’s license
• Sincere desire to work with children and promote personal growth
• Excellent interpersonal skills and able to work well under pressure

Collier Middle School is seeking a caring and skilled teacher of a world language (Spanish, French, German, Italian, etc.). At minimum, candidates must possess a New Jersey Certificate of Eligibility (CE) to teach their language at the middle school level.

Qualifications:

• Must have Teacher of the Handicapped (TOH) Certification or Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD), or be willing to return to school for TOSD.
• Must have valid NJ Teaching Certification with specialization in a World Language
• Must have experience working with students with disabilities
• Strong background in behavior modification and classroom management strategies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods, including positive behavior supports, and differentiated instruction.

BFOQ Statement: Because this program must be a safe haven for adolescent girls and young women who have survived trauma, abuse, and/or neglect; a male presence in this location would be traumatic to the residents. Therefore we are seeking only female candidates for this specific position.

The Collier Group Home is seeking relief counselors.  We most urgently need the following shifts:

• Morning - Mon, Tues, Thurs, and Fri: 6 am - 11 am
• Morning - Wed: 6 am - 2 pm
• Overnight: Sun - Thurs: 11 pm - 7 am
• Overnight: Fri-Sat: 11 pm - 7 am

Job Duties to include but are not limited to: Learning and Practicing the Sanctuary Model, overseeing activities throughout the day and evenings, of the young female residents of the Group Home, to include transporting to appointments and activities and assisting in the teaching of independent living skills.

Requirements:

High School diploma or equivalent is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. A valid Driver's license with a clean driving record is required.  The ability to bend, climb stairs and lift up to 15 lbs. when needed is required.   Candidates must be able to effectively communicate and work with all levels of program staff and exercise sound judgment when interacting with the residents.  Prior experience working with the Sanctuary Model and with adolescent females in a group home setting is a plus.

 To apply: Email your resume and cover letter to:  mkale@collieryouthservices.org

 EOE

The Collier House is seeking relief counselors to fill various shift positions as needed. Shifts range from 12am-8am; 8am-4pm; & 4pm-12am, including weekends and holidays.

Job Duties to include but are not limited to: Learning and Practicing the Sanctuary Model, overseeing daily activities of the young adult female residents; transporting to appointments, activities and assisting in the teaching of independent living skills.

Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. A valid Driver's license with a clean driving record is required.  The ability to bend, climb stairs and lift up to 15 lbs. when needed is required.   Candidates must be able to effectively communicate and work with all levels of program staff and exercise sound judgment when interacting with the residents.  Prior experience working with the Sanctuary Model and with adolescent females in a group home or camp setting is a plus.

To apply: Email your resume and cover letter to:ctroyer@collieryouthservices.org

 EEO Employer

We are currently seeking an RN that holds a valid Monmouth County Substitute Certificate and required criminal history clearance. School nurse certification is a plus, but not required. 

Qualified candidates please submit a resume and required License/certification to humanresources@collieryouthservices.org 


EOE

JOB SUMMARY

• Assigned to perform duties of the regular teacher, in their absence
• Aid student in understanding a subject matter
• Provide students with skills required for lessons
• Give instructions and organize classroom activities
• Follows the lesson plan(s) left by the teacher for whom he/she is substituting in accordance with school philosophy, goals and objectives
• Maintains as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom where assigned
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
• Establishes and maintains order in the classroom
• Performs other related duties as assigned by program/building administrator(s) in accordance with school policies and practices 
• Establish and maintain order in the classroom 
• Maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning
• Returns instructional materials and equipment to proper place
• Dismisses all students from the classroom before leaving the building
• Conducts oneself in a business-like and task-oriented manner
• Uses positive verbal and non-verbal skills that enhance learning
• Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities
• Cooperate with school personnel
• Maintains confidentiality of all information concerning students, staff, or parent/guardian in any public setting
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and school policies
• Must complete evaluations and daily reports at the end of the day  

Qualifications/Requirements:  

• Ability to obtain New Jersey Substitute Teaching Certification (Minimum 60 credits) or currently have a Teaching Certification 
• Able to pass a required (NJDOE) background checks, criminal, fingerprinting, misconduct 
• Ability to comply with written and or oral instructions
• Ability to create an efficient working relationship with other personnel
• Proficiency in maintaining efficient classroom management skills
• Willingness to stand for most of the day or sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to create appropriate, healthy relationships with students.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and educate students individually and in small groups
• Develop and implement lessons and activities through a multi-sensory approach
• Provide students with differentiated instruction and behavioral modification
• Understand and align instruction based on IEP
• Maintain and establish relationships, routines and procedures within the classroom
• Maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning
• Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and school policies
• Must complete evaluations, daily reports, grades and other reports
• Maintain a healthy and safe environment for students

Qualifications:

• Must have Teacher of the Handicapped Certification or Teacher of Students with Disabilities
• Multiple subject Teaching Certifications is required
• Must have experience working with students with a diagnosis of high functioning autism
• Strong background in positive behavior modification and classroom management strategies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

EOE