Career Opportunities

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

EOE

*Retired teachers are welcomed and encouraged to apply!  Working for us does not interfere with pensions from public schools. 

Responsibilities
We are currently seeking an APN to:

• assist with psychiatric evaluations
• assist with psychiatric follow-up sessions
• participate in team meetings/staff consultations for our youth in our schools and residential programs.  

This position will be approximately 1-2 days per week.  Our Middle School requires one 4-6 hr day per week during the school year, and three days over the course of the summer (during our Extended School Year.)  

The residential program needs are typically an additional 2-4 hrs per week (at least 30 minutes per youth per week), and are more of an on-call nature.

•  Occasional off-hours phone consultations to clarify orders, have brief discussions with Agency personnel, etc.
• Psychiatric treatment services, as needed, including routine and emergency psychiatric evaluations, medication evaluations, and prescription adjustments.
• Psychiatric consultation (including input into the clinical component of an individualized treatment plan developed by the multidisciplinary treatment team)
• Must be provided in accordance with DCF Psychotropic Medication Policy.

Requirements

• New Jersey Board-Certified or Board-eligible Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist - OR -psychiatric advanced practical nurse, in affiliation with a New Jersey board-certified child/adolescent psychiatrist. (Candidate must have a collaborating MD that works with them to meet any legal requirements.)

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.

 

EOE

*Retired teachers are welcomed and encouraged to apply!  Working for us does not interfere with pensions from public schools. 

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 a plus.  Math or Science preferred.
• 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

*Retired teachers are welcomed and encouraged to apply!  Working for us does not interfere with pensions from public schools. 

Collier Youth Services is a fully accredited non-profit, private school, that services 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. We provide students with individual and group counseling. Collier High School School seeks a Chemistry/Physics Teacher.

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 Certification or Teacher of Students with Disabilities

• Must have K-12 NJ Teaching Certification with specialization in Science

• Must have experience working with students with disabilities

• Experience with differentiated instruction

• Strong background in behavior modification and classroom management strategies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

EOE

Are you searching for a sense of purpose and a career that is rewarding in itself? Let Collier Youth Services be the intersection of meaning and fulfillment in your career. Join our community and transform the lives of at-risk children!

Since 1927, Collier Youth Services has been devoted to the mission of serving at-risk and PROMISING children, youth, and families. Our programs have developed over the years in response to the changing needs of the young people and families we serve. Today, Collier Youth Services is a non-profit that addresses the therapeutic and social issues of our youngsters through educational, residential, and recreational programs of the highest quality. Using a holistic approach, Collier provides at-risk youth support and care. While our services continue to evolve, one thing remains constant: our commitment to nurturing the potential of each person and honoring their individual worth.

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Middle School English Teacher - Special Education

Collier Middle School is seeking a TEACHER OF ENGLISH with a Standard Certificate (Endorsement Code 1410).

-Teacher of Handicap or Teacher of Students with Disabilities, a plus.

- Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods, including positive behavior supports, and differentiated instruction.

EOE

*Retired teachers are welcomed and encouraged to apply! Working for us does not interfere with pensions from public schools.

Job Type: Full-time

Collier High school is currently seeking Math Teachers to cover two maternity leave positions.

We have 2 anticipated openings

• September 23rd, 2023 (Anticipating 6-8 weeks for this position).
• November 2023 (Anticipating 6-8 weeks for this position).

Qualifications:

• Must have a K-12 NJ Math Certification
• Teacher of the Handicapped Certification or Teacher of Students with Disabilities, a plus
• Must have experience working with students with disabilities
• Experience with differentiated instruction
• Strong background in behavior modification and classroom management strategies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Collier Youth Services is a fully accredited non-profit, private school, that services 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. We provide students with individual and group counseling. Collier High School seeks a Science Teacher.

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 Certification or Teacher of Students with Disabilities

• Must have K-12 NJ Teaching Certification with specialization in Science

• Must have experience working with students with disabilities

• Experience with differentiated instruction

• Strong background in behavior modification and classroom management strategies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

HS Social Studies Teacher

Collier High School seeks a Social Studies Teacher for the 2023-2024 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 Social Studies
• 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

Collier Middle school is currently seeking Math Teachers to cover a parental leave position. Also open to a permanent FT Math Teacher.

We have 2 anticipated openings

• September 23rd, 2023 (Anticipating 6-8 weeks for this position).
• November 2023 (Anticipating 6-8 weeks for this position).

Qualifications:

• Must have a K-8 NJ Math Certification
• Teacher of the Handicapped Certification or Teacher of Students with Disabilities, a plus
• Must have experience working with students with disabilities
• Experience with differentiated instruction
• Strong background in behavior modification and classroom management strategies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Collier Youth Services is a fully accredited non-profit, private school, that services 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. We provide students with individual and group counseling. Collier High School seeks a Science Teacher.

 

 

The Reading Specialist assists with establishing school wide and individual reading goals. Additionally, the Reading Specialist will provide interventions to students and work with teachers to implement additional supports in the classroom. Duties and responsibilities: 

● Coordinate and facilitate classroom based literacy skills for struggling learners.

● Works with teacher recommendations from all departments to promote the learning and implementation of best practices in literacy instruction. 

● Examines data with supervisor to help direct the course of literacy in the high school

● Teach targeted literacy intervention to small groups of students daily using research-based strategies and resources. 

● Procures diagnostic reading levels for targeted interventions. 

● Review student achievement and assist with placing students in appropriate reading and writing intervention and support services. 

● Other duties as assigned by the Head of School. 

Qualifications: 

● Bachelor’s Degree 

● Master’s Degree in Reading Instruction preferred 

● TOSD certification

● Desire to work with struggling readers and writers

Responsibilities:

• Provide appropriate mandated speech-language services to middle and high school students with special needs
• Work with students exhibiting a full range of communication disorders, including those involving language, social communication, articulation, fluency, and voice/resonance
• Establish goals, develop lesson plans, and report on progress throughout the school year
• Maintain session notes and provide progress notes/goals for IEP updates
• Confer/collaborate with parents/guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve student behavioral and academic problems
• Provide in-class support and carry-over as required

Qualifications:

• Must have NJDOE Speech Language Specialist Certification
• Experience with Autism, ADHD and Behavioral Disorders
• Experience working with at risk youth
• Knowledge of IEP mandates
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Must have CCCs.(ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence)
• Be proficient in technology!

Hours: 8:30-3:00 – 2 or 3 days a week