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  • Opportunities at BBA

    Burr and Burton Academy is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is against Burr and Burton’s policy for any employee to discriminate against an applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws. The school’s equal opportunity practices extend to recruitment, hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, promotion, training, discipline and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.  

Current Openings

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  • Food Services Assistant

    Burr and Burton Academy seeks a full time Food Service Assistant. The Food Service Assistant supports the daily operations of the school’s food service program by helping prepare and serve meals that meet USDA and school nutrition standards. This role works closely with the food service team to maintain a safe, sanitary, and welcoming dining environment for students and staff.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
    • Work with the food service team in preparing nutritious meals in accordance with USDA guidelines and school nutrition program standards.
    • Operate the student café during breakfast and lunch which includes preparing and serving food, handling point-of-sale transactions, and maintaining a clean, welcoming environment.
    • Assists with the management of day-to-day food service operations including food preparation, cleaning, receiving and stocking products.
    • Maintains a high level of customer service to students, staff, parents and community members at all times.
    • Assist with clean up in food service areas and equipment; familiarity with sound safety and health practices required.  
    • Operate a Point of Sale (POS) software and accurately enter meals, snacks and beverages. Training will be provided.

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
    • Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively prioritize tasks.
    • Ability to interact positively with students and staff.
    • Work closely with colleagues to maintain smooth operations.

    Burr and Burton Academy offers an excellent benefits package that includes medical and dental coverage, 403(b) matching contributions, paid sick/personal days and a schedule that follows the academic school year calendar. Compensation -  $18-$21/hour DOE.

    Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and resume to Erica Dunlap, HR Manager at edunlap@burrburton.org. Candidates will be considered on a rolling basis.  

    Criminal Record Background and Child Abuse/Neglect Registry Checks are required.
  • Board Certified Behavioral Analyst

    Burr and Burton Academy seeks a part-time Board Certified Behavioral Analyst to enhance the capacity of teachers and support staff to address the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of all students within the classroom setting. This role is key in promoting inclusive practices, reducing behavioral referrals, and increasing student engagement and time spent in class. 

    Responsibilities:

    - Model and train staff in proactive, classroom-based strategies to support students’ social-emotional, academic, and behavioral needs
    - Provide coaching and in-house professional development to support inclusive practices and Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
    - Collaborate with educators to ensure programming is aligned with students’ academic levels and supports differentiation
    - Support teachers in creating classroom schedules that incorporate strategic breaks to help students build stamina
    - Train staff to collect data for functional behavioral assessments and assist in the development of effective behavioral intervention plans
    - Promote systemic change to reduce out-of-class referrals and increase student success within general education settings

    Qualifications:
    - Current BCBA Certification: The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification is a graduate-level certification in behavior analysis
    - Experience in behavioral coaching, special education, school counseling, or related field
    - Strong knowledge of inclusive education practices, differentiation, and UDL
    - Ability to provide collaborative, strengths-based support to educators
    - Effective communication and training skills

    Applicants should submit a personal statement, resume and three references (preferably in a single pdf document) to Jan Hughes, Assistant to the Dean of Student Accessibility Services, at jhughes@burrburton.org. The posting will be removed from the school's website once the position is filled.
  • Health Center Assistant

    Burr and Burton Academy is seeking a part time Health Center Assistant. This position assists the work of the Health Center with a focus on office coordination, scheduling, data entry and reporting. Candidates must have excellent interpersonal skills and a sincere enjoyment of helping others and working as part of a team.

    Hours are Monday-Thursday 8:30-1:30. This is an academic school year position only.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Coordinate and monitor Nate's Corner ( an intentional space to support our students) and the day-to-day health center operations
    • Check students in and out of Nate’s Corner
    • Assist clinicians with scheduling appointments
    • Triage student needs
    • Support the nurse with filing and record keeping
    • Maintain confidentiality in handling student records and health information (HIPAA compliance)

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

    • Experience working with adolescents or in an educational setting
    • Some education beyond high school is preferred 
    • Strong organizational and communication skills, and problem solving skills
    • Must enjoy working with adolescents 
    • Ability to develop rapport and build relationships with colleagues and community members
    Interested candidates should submit a personal statement, resume and three references (preferably in a single pdf document) to Sarah Scranton, Director of Mental Health Services, at sscranton@burrburton.org. Candidates will be considered on a rolling basis. The posting will be removed from the school's website once the position is filled.
  • Bus and Van Drivers

    Be part of the team that makes education possible. BBA is looking for bus drivers to help facilitate field trips, athletics events, and school travel. Pay is highly competitive, ranging from $23 to $29 per hour. We’re seeking both certified CDL and Type II drivers as well as those willing to be trained; we can help to provide training and licensing. Please contact Erica Dunlap at edunlap@burrburton.org for more information.

    Please see full job description HERE.
  • Substitute Teachers

    Burr and Burton Academy seeks substitute teachers and paraeducators for all subjects, grades 9-12. Ideal candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree, demonstrate strong communication skills, be able to implement effective classroom management techniques, and enjoy working with adolescents. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and three references to Erica Dunlap: edunlap@burrburton.org.

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Burr and Burton Academy does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), ancestry, national origin, place of birth, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, political affiliation or marital status in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the school's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title IX, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 or other federal or state nondiscrimination laws or regulations is directed to The Headmaster's Office, Burr and Burton Academy, Manchester, VT 05254. Burr and Burton complies with all applicable state and federal nondiscrimination statutes, including the Vermont Public Accommodations Act (9 V.S.A. Chapter 139), the Vermont Fair Employment Practices Act (21 V.S.A. Chapter 5, Subchapter 6) and Vermont State Board of Education rules 2226.6 and 2229.1.