Author Archives: Allie H. Nyer

School Psychologist (Holyoke, MA)

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The Positive Regard Network (PRN) is actively seeking a School Psychologist for a unique opportunity to impact the mental and emotional well-being of students with special needs as well as mentor graduate and undergraduate students of School Psychology. This is a full-time, 12-month position with an excellent benefit package, but we would also be interested in speaking with applicants who might be seeking a part time schedule. 

Please see the job posting below and additional information at the end of this post:

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PRN educates students (ages 5-22) whose social, emotional and/or behavioral challenges cannot be supported by the public school system. We also serve children and adults on the autism spectrum in the home and in day programs. We are known throughout Western Massachusetts and the Greater Hartford (CT) area for enabling students to thrive outside of the traditional school setting through the variety of therapeutic programs that we offer.

At PRN, we demonstrate our employee appreciation by offering the following to full time employees: 4 school vacation weeks, paid holidays & snow days; PTO & EST accrual; health/dental insurance and Medical & Dependent Care FSA after 30 days; generous tuition reimbursement policy – paying for up to $6,000 per year in tuition/fees; a new Student Loan Assistance policy; paid life & long term disability insurance; voluntary life, accident, cancer, long term care & short term disability insurance through payroll deduction; 401(k) & Roth retirement plan; EAP program; longevity bonus policy; and gym membership.

Resumes and letters of interest may be sent to: Human Resources, 1913 Northampton Street, Holyoke, MA 01040 or hr@positiveregard.com

Long-Term Sub High School Science Teacher (Medford)

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Medford High School is hiring a Long-term Sub (Science) to teach the following courses: 3 Environmental Science Courses, 1 Chemistry course, and 2 Periods of a minicourse (STEPs – this is a tutorial with students being reintegrated after significant absence/any reason). The position will likely be until the beginning of January 2025.

If you are interested, see the job description here. Applicants can send information or ask for information from Rocco Cieri, Director of Science, K-12, Medford Public Schools, at (781) 393 – 2314

School Psychologist (Holyoke, MA)

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The Positive Regard Network (Chicopee/Holyoke, MA) has an opening for a School Psychologist. To learn more about this position, click here.

Holyoke Center School is a Full-Year private day school serving students ages 5-22 with a variety of special needs. Springdale Education Center (SEC) is an approved private school by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. SEC is an intensive, highly structured, therapeutic year-round day school which provides a range of educational, clinical, psycho-educational, behavioral and outreach services for youth ages 5-22. These students are challenged with serious mental health issues, have engaged in aggressive behaviors and have provided a significant challenge to caregivers.

If you’re interested, please contact Lisa M. Stancil, Human Resources Manager, at lstancil@positiveregard.com

AM Daycare (Somerville)

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Description: Looking for a (morning person!) student who can bring my 3 year old daughter to daycare in the morning. We live in Somerville on Cedar Street by the bike path and her daycare is a pleasant 20 minute walk or a 10 minute drive (we have a car seat we can loan you) in the event of rain or just unpleasant walking conditions. 
Hours would be 7-9am Monday-Wednesday, possibility for some Thursdays as well. Would love for this to potentially grow a relationship for regular babysitting for date nights/evenings. 

Responsibilities Include:

  • Helping get 3 year old ready in the morning: getting dressed, breakfast
  • Bringing 3 year old to daycare (drop off is anytime between 8 and 8:30 am)
  • Returning stroller/car seat to our home after drop off 

Pay: $20-$25/hour depending on experience

Start date: ASAP

If you’re interested, please email Emma at eslmcintosh@gmail.com or text at 860-866-7693.

After-School Driver Needed ASAP (Winchester, MA)

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Location: Winchester, near Medford town line

Hours: Wednesday and Thursday, 3:15 PM to 5:30PM (Tuesday optional)

Start Date: ASAP

Job Overview: We are looking for a responsible student to:

  • Pick up teenagers (13 yo twins) from McCall Middle School in Winchester
  • Drive them to their after-school activities (baseball practice, barn for horseback riding). 
  • Must have own car and safe driving record

Rate: Hourly rate of $30.

Please reach out to Carrie (508-963-9681; carrie.mauras@gmail.com) if you are interested 

High School Science Teacher (Connecticut)

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The Frederick Gunn School is seeking candidates for a full-time science teacher position to teach during our 24/25 School Year (specifically Human Anatomy & Physiology and Biology — having flexibility in teaching and instilling scientific skills is prioritized). This is a small independent boarding school with 330 students located in Washington, CT. To learn more about the position and the school, please see the PDF below:

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To apply, please submit the following materials in PDF format to hr@frederickgunn.org:

● Resume
● Cover letter
● Transcript(s)
● Two to four letters of recommendation

Mentor with Big Brother Big Sister and Quincy High School

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Quincy Public Schools is launching a new partnership with Big Brother/ Big Sisters and are looking for mentors! The Big Futures is a mentoring program designed to provide high school students with personalized support and guidance as they navigate their education and prepare for life beyond graduation. In 2024-2025 the program, which is designed for incoming 9th grade QHS students, will match 80 freshmen with dedicated mentors. Matches will meet 20 minutes per week and attend monthly in-person events. This is a great way to build experience and your resume. Learn more here:

To learn more about the Big Futures Mentoring program and sign up as a volunteer mentor or student participant, visit the Big Brothers Big Sisters website at https://emassbigs.org/about/programs/big-futures/

Please note that this opportunity is for Graduate students and faculty, or other professional adults (not undergraduate students) at this time.

Substitute Teacher (Quincy, MA)

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For students with flexible schedules who are also looking to build their resume and make connections to schools, becoming a substitute is a great way to do so!  Our students in Quincy are incredible, you will have a great experience,  please join us.  More info here: Apply to be a Substitute at Quincy Public Schools.

Babysitter (Davis Square, Somerville)

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Hello! We are looking for a date-night sitter for our 7 and 10 yr old daughters.  If your schedule permits, after school hours are available as well. 🙂

Location: Davis Square, walking distance from Tufts.

Hours: evenings/afternoons

Start Date: ASAP

Requirements: Prior childcare experience; nonsmoker; friendly

Pay: Hourly rate of $25-30 depending on experience

Contact:  Gabrielle at gabrielle.jacquet@gmail.com