May Center School for Brain Injury and Neurobehavioral Disorders is one of only a few pediatric programs in the United States focusing on both education and rehabilitation of children and adolescents with neurobehavioral, genetic, and related disorders.
This nationally recognized school provides exceptional services to children, adolescents, and young adults, ages 5-22, with a broad range of neurobehavioral challenges. These include brain injury, genetic or chromosomal disorders, seizure disorders, mood disorders, and intellectual and neurodevelopmental disorders. We provide full-day, year-round educational, behavioral, medical, and rehabilitative services, and use established treatment and educational methods based on the latest instructional, clinical, and applied behavior analytic research.
Education Instructor
The Bay School - Santa Cruz, California
Full-Time Instructor Opportunities
40 hours/week = Monday – Friday; 7:30-4pm or 8am-4:30pm
Are you passionate about igniting positive change in the lives of individuals with Autism, Developmental Disabilities, Brain Injury, and Neurobehavioral Disorders? Do you thrive in an environment where collaboration is key, and every day presents an opportunity for growth and impact? If your answer is a resounding "yes," then we've got an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as an Education Instructor!
As an Instructor at The Bay School in Santa Cruz, CA, you'll be an essential part of our mission to support individuals ages 5-22 with Autism (and other developmental disabilities) in achieving their goals and aspirations. While working with students using the proven methods of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), you will be providing compassionate care, facilitating personalized assistance, and engaging in skill-building activities. You will be instrumental in enhancing their quality of life. Get ready to be a catalyst for positive change and embark on a fulfilling journey where your passion meets purpose. Join us as we make a meaningful difference, one day at a time!
Get Ready to Transform: Your Role in Action!
Collaborative Teamwork: Partner closely with other Instructors, Teachers, and Behavior Analysts to bring individualized educational plans (IEPs) to life, ensuring each student's unique needs are met.
Direct Support: Provide hands-on assistance with personal care tasks and expertly manage behavioral crises, offering unwavering support to students during classroom activities to foster a safe and inclusive learning environment.
Positive Communication: Harness the power of positive behavior support strategies to cultivate essential social skills, enhance communication abilities, and promote independence among students.
Cultivating a Supportive Atmosphere: Cultivate a warm, supportive atmosphere where students feel valued, respected, and empowered to embrace their journey of learning and growth.
Documentation and Reporting: Thoroughly document student progress and maintain open lines of communication with parents, caregivers, and the multidisciplinary team, ensuring everyone is informed and involved in each student's educational journey.
Your Skills and Talents: A Winning Combination!
Age requirement: Must be 18 years or older to be eligible for employment
Education: High School Diploma or GED required
Driver’s license: Valid and current U.S. driver’s license preferred
Availability: Monday through Friday 7:30-4pm or 8am-4:30pm. This is a year-round program, including summers.
Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and empathy towards individuals with diverse abilities and backgrounds
Qualities: Reliability, compassion, and patience; coupled with a genuine passion for making a positive impact in people’s lives
Adaptability: Ability to adjust to varying needs, preferences, and communication styles of those we support
Flexibility: Capacity to adapt to changing environments and respond effectively to unexpected situations
Unlock the aMAYzingness: Why This Role?
Compensation: $20 per hour with a $1.00 increase after six months!
Generous Paid Time Off: Earn ample paid time off (accrued Paid Time Off). In addition, we enjoy five weeks of paid holiday breaks throughout the year.
Comprehensive Health Benefits: Get covered with competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Investing in Your Growth: Take advantage of paid training and certification opportunities to level up your skills.
Support When You Need It: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and guidance.
Financial Flexibility: Benefit from options for LTD and STD insurance coverage, along with voluntary benefit options.
Investing in Your Education: Pursue your educational goals with our tuition reimbursement and loan repayment assistance programs.
Secure Your Future: Plan for retirement with confidence through our 403B retirement plan.
May Institute is an Equal Opportunity employer of qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. May Institute also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of the protected categories.
