Melmark New England was developed in 1998 by a small group of human service professionals to
serve students with complex and challenging needs. A service mission was established to meet educational,
rehabilitative, and vocational needs of students with autism spectrum disorders, acquired brain injury, neurological
diseases, dual diagnosis, and severe challenging behaviors.

The three founding senior staff have over 60 years of experience in Massachusetts providing high quality special
education and clinical treatment services to children, adolescents, adults and their families.

In the time since its inception, Melmark New England has developed a reputation for treatment excellence and has achieved some remarkable results on behalf of the children served.

Melmark New England was founded as a new service division of Melmark, Inc., a Pennsylvania based provider of residential, educational, therapeutic and recreational services for children and adults with developmental disabilities. The original program was established in 1966 by Paul and Mildred Krentel, whose youngest daughter Melissa was born with Down syndrome. Melmark has expanded its services over the years to additional special needs populations and into residential services on its campus and within communities throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania. Additional information on Melmark, Inc. can be obtained through their web-site at www.melmark.org.

Educational Coordinator

The Educational Coordinator is responsible to assist the Director of School Services for the development and implementation of the educational curriculum and individual students I.E.P.  He/she will develop the curriculum in conjunction with special education teachers and ensure that the programs developed are appropriate to the ages and populations served as well as coordinate and facilitate the application of ancillary resources.  In addition, he/she will ensure that all requirements are met for acquiring and maintaining all applicable licenses, certifications and accreditations.  

Requirements:

• Minimum of Master's Degree in Education or Special Education, Supervisor of Special Education and Teacher Certification in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Must meet the Massachusetts Department of Education requirements for Educational Administrator.
• Minimum of three (3) years teaching and supervising experience in a special education setting.
• Strong background in education, with emphasis on special education and the special needs and requirements of individuals with acquired brain injury, neurological disorders, and autism spectrum disorders. Experience with the principles and application of Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Valid driver's license and current certification in CPR.