20 Best advocate jobs (Hiring Now!)

Special Education Teacher
Uncommon Schools North Star Academy —Newark, NJ
All instructional staff are required to become certified in the state of New Jersey within a reasonable period after beginning employment.
Estimated: $52.7K - $66.7K a year
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Peer Support Advocate - Crisis Services - Windsor/Windham Counties
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A driver's license, the ability to drive regularly and for long distances (up to two hours at a time), and a reliable vehicle is required.
Estimated: $34.1K - $43.1K a year
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Store Associate, PT - Kittery
Nike —Kittery, ME
Maintain knowledge of various store departments and be available to operate cash register for regular transactions, perform shipping and receiving duties, stock…
$16 an hour
Nurse Practitioner PRN Home Visits
Signify Health —Newark, NJ
We’re hiring board-certified nurse practitioner contractors to conduct In-home Health Evaluations for Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and certain commercial plan…
$2,500 - $4,000 a week
Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - FT Nightshift
Colwich Gardens Assisted Living —Colwich, KS
Current state Certified Medication Aide (CMA) license. Our Certified Medication Aide (CMA) heroes have a direct impact on the day to day lives of the patients…
From $15 an hour
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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
21st Century Home Health Services Inc. —Brentwood, CA
Knowledge of state and federal homecare regulatory guidelines preferred. Flexible work schedules: Create your own schedule and hours. Valid CA Driver's License.
$110,000 - $125,000 a year
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12d
Recovery Advocate for Addiction or equivalent - Weekends & Nights
Signet Health Corporation —El Prado, NM
Associated degree in related field preferred. Clean driving record and background. Recovery advocates are individuals who guide patients in rehab facility…
Estimated: $27.5K - $34.8K a year
Employee Services Coordinator
Interstaff, Inc. —Remote
Contribute to the support and service of our nurses through a variety of channels (help desk, calls, emails, texts, and site visits).
$45,000 a year
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Referral Agent
Legacy Locked Inc —Atlanta, GA
Low-cost internet, cell phones, healthcare, educational courses, credit restoration, legal services, taxes, and more. Get paid per approved referral.
$25 - $50 an hour
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Case Manager
ConnectiveRx —Pittsburgh, PA
Establishes and maintains professional and effective relationships with all internal and external customers (i.e., care coordination colleagues, care field team…
Estimated: $54.3K - $68.8K a year
Service Coordinator
NeuroNav —Remote
As a Service Coordinator or, as our team calls this role, Service Navigator, you will guide individuals with developmental disabilities, and their families,…
$46,000 - $51,520 a year
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Victim Advocate
Commision On Culture and Society —Remote
Operate across state lines, adhering to state-specific regulations and requirements. Flexibility to work across state lines and navigate different state…
$15.50 - $21.29 an hour
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1d
Training Coordinator
California Alliance of Child and Family Services —California
The California Alliance of Child and Family Services* is the unifying force in the charge to lead change and provide support for the state’s children, youth,…
$31.25 - $36.06 an hour
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5d
Senior Center Services Specialist
Edward King House Senior Center —Newport, RI
Bachelor's degree in social work, gerontology, human services, or related field. Collaborate with the program team to develop and implement engaging services,…
$17 an hour
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5d
Assisted Living Administrator
Ashley Manor —Burns, OR
Valid administrator’s license in the state of Oregon, or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment. Manage the facility’s finances and budget.
Up to $60,000 a year
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5d
Foster Care Worker
Texas Family Initiative LLC —Kaufman, TX
Foster Care Worker’s work together with our foster parents to help train, license, and support them and the children in their home.
$21.75 an hour
2d
Patient Advocate
UCLA Health —Santa Monica, CA
Assists clinical managers and physicians in developing patient behavioral contracts or in separating patients from a clinical practice.
$24.62 - $48.18 an hour
Special Education Advocate
Belkowitz Law, PLLC —Fairfax, VA
Empower, inform, guide and educate parents/guardians and students to strengthen their own advocacy skills. Strong analysis and advocacy skills are a must.
$25 - $35 an hour
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14d
Load Planner (Trucking)
Windy Hill Foliage —Marshfield, WI
Review dispatch software and driver assignments to ensure all loads are dispatched, Responsible for timely and efficient movement of loaded trucks carrying…
Estimated: $40.8K - $51.6K a year
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Online Chat Advocate - Full Time
The Women's Centers —Cherry Hill, NJ
Prior experience with administrative or reception work. This person needs to have a typing speed of at least 40-60 rpm. Prior experience with online scheduling.
$16.50 - $17.50 an hour
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Special Education Teacher

Uncommon Schools North Star Academy - Newark, NJ

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Job Details

Estimated: $52.7K - $66.7K a year

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Health savings account
Disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Loan forgiveness

Qualifications

Teaching Certification
Special education
Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

Company Description

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing, public charter schools providing an outstanding K-12 education in historically under-resourced communities. We have proudly built schools that reflect our student population, with more than 60% of our teachers and staff across our network identifying as a person of color. Uncommon currently manages 53 schools serving more than 20,000 students in five cities: Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester. We are proud that Uncommon graduates persist in and graduate from college at five times the rate of their peers nationally. We achieve this by offering strong academic, co-curricular, and social-emotional learning that prepares students for success in college and beyond.

North Star Academy currently manages fourteen schools in Newark, NJ serving students in grades K through 12. We believe in strong authentic relationships between teachers and students, supported by effective school systems and an engaging instructional model that enables students to flourish academically and personally. North Star Academy is NJ's #1 highest performing public charter school and has served Newark families for over 20 years.

Job Description

Uncommon Special Education teachers are passionate about developing and monitoring accommodations for students with special needs. Special Education teachers advocate for students and believe that specialized instruction and related services increase academic achievement. Special Education teachers offer academic, emotional, and physical support while maintaining high expectations.

Responsibilities

1. Instruction

You'll modify, differentiate, and teach an inclusive curriculum that emphasizes diversity.
You'll collaborate with families and Special Education teams to develop 504 and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) that offer appropriate accommodations and modifications.
You'll create an inclusive and safe environment where students feel empowered to become self-guided learners.

2. Special Education Specific Responsibilities

You'll collaborate with general education teachers, school leaders, and families to analyze and respond to trends in student work samples and assessments and ensure compliance with Individualized Education Plans.
You will gather academic growth data and write goals to prepare for annual IEP meetings.
You will teach pull-out, push-in, small group, and one-on-one instruction and implement strategies to differentiate instruction for all learners in your classroom.

3. School Culture

You’ll build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel seen, loved, and heard.
You’ll partner with students’ families to ensure appropriate resources are available to support their child's learning needs.
You'll engage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions.
You'll participate in weekly, school-wide meetings to cultivate community, model our core values, and encourage student achievement.
You'll partner with your grade level team to develop academic goals and practice instructional strategies.

Qualifications

A commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools and investment in our vision for being an anti-racist organization
A demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development
An enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students
A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives
Required Experience:
- A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred).
- Academic expertise in Special Education, the Humanities, Social Sciences, STEM, or related fields of study.
- Prior to the start of employment, you must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Teacher certification is not a prerequisite for consideration at Uncommon Schools in the state of NJ, but you do need to meet NJ state certification eligibility requirements (a final undergraduate or graduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 for graduates on or after 9/1/16, or 2.75 if you graduated prior to 9/1/16). All instructional staff are required to become certified in the state of New Jersey within a reasonable period after beginning employment.

Additional Information

Our people are what makes us Uncommon. We believe our compensation philosophy and benefits should reflect our values—equity, transparency, and clarity—to enhance our ability to attract and retain talent and reward their expertise. Our staff receive best-in-class training, coaching, and support to develop and operate mission-driven schools that provide a high-quality education to our students and families.

Compensation for this position: The starting compensation for this role based in Newark is between $59,000 to $83,000. The starting pay will depend on various factors including but not limited to relevant professional experience, education, certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Because we value staff tenure in a role, we do not currently cap salary ranges for current staff members.

Other Benefits:

Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time and school breaks (spring, winter, and summer) + additional sustainability half days throughout the school year
Extensive, best-in-class training and development
Choice of 3 comprehensive health insurance plans
Pre-tax flexible spending and health saving accounts
Financial planning & wellness
- New Jersey Pension program
- 529 college savings program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness application assistance
- Financial planning tools and assistance
Dependent Care FSA, back up childcare and daycare discounts
Paid leave of absence
- Fully paid parental leave
- Fully paid medical leave
- Additional paid Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits

Uncommon believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building an exceptional team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email recruitment@uncommonschools.org.

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