Job Details
Job ID: 5859256
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 29, 2026
Starting Date: Immediately
Locations
Walker School (K-8) - Needham, Massachusetts
Job Description
For over 60 years, Walker Therapeutic and Educational Programs is a leading non-profit organization providing comprehensive programming in the fields of child welfare, children’s behavioral health, and special education. We proudly serve over 150 communities in MA, with our clients coming from diverse racial and cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, who struggle predominantly with anxiety and trauma. These services are offered through; Residential, CBAT, and Intensive Treatment Programs, Special Education Day School, Therapeutic Middle-High School, Out-Patient and In-Home Therapeutic Services.
Position Summary: Under the direction of the Principal, the Educational Coordinator will assure the development and implementation of academic curriculum in accordance with state frameworks; oversee academic assessment for individual students, including statewide assessments (MCAS) and educational assessments, etc.; coordinate curriculum materials and supplies; assist in training school staff regarding issues of curriculum and program development; assist in teacher hiring, orientation, and professional development; work with school leadership team to develop the calendar for school-wide events, special programs, and assemblies; work with other supervisors to ensure that the physical appearance of the school buildings reflects the values and programming of the school; work in close cooperation with the multidisciplinary team to ensure alignment and consistency in treatment and programming.
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, FSA, 401K with Employer Contribution, Life and Disability, Discount Programs, Tuition Reimbursement and Remission Programs, generous PTO, paid Holidays, free CPR/First Aid training, free parking, and a beautiful scenic campus!
Essential Functions for this position include:
•Oversight of 3 classrooms including all program, student, and personnel issues.
•Work with educational and child care supervisors in the school program, as well as the clinical and residential teams, to ensure integration and smooth operation of school program.
•Responsible for development and implementation of school curriculum in accordance with MA Curriculum Frameworks and individual student IEPs.
•Develop and maintain classroom schedules and groups, including spaces for groups.
•Conduct educational assessments for new students and for re-evaluations. Write reports which share observations, as well as results of testing and recommendations (Summary of Impressions; Educational Assessments).
•Work with teachers to write IEPs (and educational assessments when indicated), and prepare teachers to present at meetings. Attend meetings as needed to support teachers.
•Assist in training school staff regarding issues of curriculum and program development;
•Assist in teacher hiring, orientation, and professional development.
•Work with school leadership team to develop calendar for school-wide events, special programs, and assemblies.
•Work with other supervisors to ensure that the physical appearance of the school buildings reflects the values and programming of the school.
•Working in close cooperation with the management team to ensure alignment and consistency in treatment and programming.
Qualifications:
Required: M.Ed. with Massachusetts’s certification in Special Education
3-5 years special education teaching experience with similar population.
Supervisory/administrative experience
Supervision: Will report directly to the School Principal
Walker is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, national guard or reserve unit obligations, participation in discrimination complaint-related activities, or membership in any category protected by federal or state law.
Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $70,000 to $75,000 Per Year
Job Categories:
Administration > Director/Coordinator/Manager
Welcome to Walker School (K-8)
Walker is a network of facilities and professionals that provides world-class mental health services, state-of-the-art special education, expert professional training and consultation, and child welfare advocacy.
Each year, Walker provides intensive services for hundreds of the most troubled children, youth and families. Walker’s multidisciplinary programs extend specialized therapeutic environments beyond our classrooms into family homes, public schools and community settings.
Professionals and students from across the nation find rewarding professional development and training opportunities at Walker. As a center for innovation in child welfare, special education and children’s mental health, Walker has earned national and international recognition.
Walker brings its mission to the world through professional dialogue and publication, and by providing leadership and advocacy on behalf of children, youth and families everywhere.
Job Requirements
At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
Master degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Kristina Murphy, HR Coordinator
1968 Central Avenue
Needham, Massachusetts 02492
Phone: 781-292-2083
Email: [email protected]
Job ID: 5859256
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 29, 2026
Starting Date: Immediately
Locations
Walker School (K-8) - Needham, Massachusetts
Job Description
For over 60 years, Walker Therapeutic and Educational Programs is a leading non-profit organization providing comprehensive programming in the fields of child welfare, children’s behavioral health, and special education. We proudly serve over 150 communities in MA, with our clients coming from diverse racial and cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, who struggle predominantly with anxiety and trauma. These services are offered through; Residential, CBAT, and Intensive Treatment Programs, Special Education Day School, Therapeutic Middle-High School, Out-Patient and In-Home Therapeutic Services.
Position Summary: Under the direction of the Principal, the Educational Coordinator will assure the development and implementation of academic curriculum in accordance with state frameworks; oversee academic assessment for individual students, including statewide assessments (MCAS) and educational assessments, etc.; coordinate curriculum materials and supplies; assist in training school staff regarding issues of curriculum and program development; assist in teacher hiring, orientation, and professional development; work with school leadership team to develop the calendar for school-wide events, special programs, and assemblies; work with other supervisors to ensure that the physical appearance of the school buildings reflects the values and programming of the school; work in close cooperation with the multidisciplinary team to ensure alignment and consistency in treatment and programming.
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, FSA, 401K with Employer Contribution, Life and Disability, Discount Programs, Tuition Reimbursement and Remission Programs, generous PTO, paid Holidays, free CPR/First Aid training, free parking, and a beautiful scenic campus!
Essential Functions for this position include:
•Oversight of 3 classrooms including all program, student, and personnel issues.
•Work with educational and child care supervisors in the school program, as well as the clinical and residential teams, to ensure integration and smooth operation of school program.
•Responsible for development and implementation of school curriculum in accordance with MA Curriculum Frameworks and individual student IEPs.
•Develop and maintain classroom schedules and groups, including spaces for groups.
•Conduct educational assessments for new students and for re-evaluations. Write reports which share observations, as well as results of testing and recommendations (Summary of Impressions; Educational Assessments).
•Work with teachers to write IEPs (and educational assessments when indicated), and prepare teachers to present at meetings. Attend meetings as needed to support teachers.
•Assist in training school staff regarding issues of curriculum and program development;
•Assist in teacher hiring, orientation, and professional development.
•Work with school leadership team to develop calendar for school-wide events, special programs, and assemblies.
•Work with other supervisors to ensure that the physical appearance of the school buildings reflects the values and programming of the school.
•Working in close cooperation with the management team to ensure alignment and consistency in treatment and programming.
Qualifications:
Required: M.Ed. with Massachusetts’s certification in Special Education
3-5 years special education teaching experience with similar population.
Supervisory/administrative experience
Supervision: Will report directly to the School Principal
Walker is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, national guard or reserve unit obligations, participation in discrimination complaint-related activities, or membership in any category protected by federal or state law.
Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $70,000 to $75,000 Per Year
Job Categories:
Administration > Director/Coordinator/Manager
Welcome to Walker School (K-8)
Walker is a network of facilities and professionals that provides world-class mental health services, state-of-the-art special education, expert professional training and consultation, and child welfare advocacy.
Each year, Walker provides intensive services for hundreds of the most troubled children, youth and families. Walker’s multidisciplinary programs extend specialized therapeutic environments beyond our classrooms into family homes, public schools and community settings.
Professionals and students from across the nation find rewarding professional development and training opportunities at Walker. As a center for innovation in child welfare, special education and children’s mental health, Walker has earned national and international recognition.
Walker brings its mission to the world through professional dialogue and publication, and by providing leadership and advocacy on behalf of children, youth and families everywhere.
Job Requirements
At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
Master degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Kristina Murphy, HR Coordinator
1968 Central Avenue
Needham, Massachusetts 02492
Phone: 781-292-2083
Email: [email protected]
