HUMAN RESOURCES
Thank you for considering a career at LaSalle School.
LaSalle is a nationally accredited and highly respected provider of therapeutic, educational, and supportive services dedicated to fostering personal growth and lasting change in the lives of youth and families in need. With more than a quarter of our team having over a decade of service, many employees find their work here deeply rewarding and choose to build long-term careers with us.
At LaSalle, we are proud of our dedicated staff who uphold our core values: integrity, mutual respect, fairness, and open communication. We offer competitive Compensation and Benefits, as well as outstanding opportunities for professional growth and development.
Our Human Resources team is committed to maintaining a skilled, compassionate, and diverse workforce that drives the success of our students and supports a collaborative and inclusive workplace. We actively seek professionals who are passionate about making a difference and who embrace diversity as a strength. LaSalle’s HR office provides high-quality support services designed to attract, retain, and inspire a team of individuals who contribute meaningfully to our mission. The ideal candidate is dedicated, driven, and shares our commitment to preparing youth for a brighter future.
LaSalle School is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are dedicated to creating a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of our culture. We strongly encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, arrest or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our recruitment and hiring processes are designed to be fair, inclusive, and reflective of our belief that embracing diversity enriches our organization and community. Join us and be part of a team that values every individual and the unique perspectives they bring.
CAREERS AT LASALLE SCHOOL
If there is an available position, and upon review of your application should it meet the minimum qualifications, your application will be forwarded to the appropriate hiring manager.
Click the links below to view job descriptions and to apply online.
Worried you don’t meet every single qualification? Research shows that women and people of color are often less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every listed requirement. At LaSalle School, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly match every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the ideal candidate—not just for this position, but for other opportunities as well.
Administration
No positions available at this time.
Clinical Services
- Ulster County Therapist
The Social Worker/Mental Health Counselor will provide behavioral health programming embedded within Ulster County school districts. The program will buttress existing services available both in school and the community and provide intensive, time-limited clinical intervention and care coordination to Ulster County students. The program will be a part of the school community in one of our nine (9) districts and act as a link between school, community, and family. Services will be targeted toward middle-school age young people identified by the school as being able to benefit from targeted support, brief intervention, and linkage to community resources. The Social Worker/Mental Health Counselor will work with a caseload of 20 youths for a period of three to six months. They will provide a combination of therapeutic services in the home, school, and community.
- Youth Peer Advocate
Youth Peer Advocate (YPA) plays a key role in LaSalle School’s Youth Safe Spaces (YSS) Program, a drop-in initiative serving approximately 500 youth and young adults annually, ages 12–24. This program supports individuals experiencing social, emotional, developmental, behavioral, medical, and/or substance use challenges by providing a welcoming, barrier-free environment where they can access essential needs and holistic support. YPAs will use their lived experience to engage participants, model resilience, and foster empowerment through mentorship, outreach, and co-facilitation of youth-centered programming. Services include access to free Wi-Fi, phone charging, computer use, grab-and-go food, kitchen space, transportation assistance, as well as on-site laundry and shower facilities. In addition to meeting basic needs, the YSS Program offers robust non-clinical mental health support such as peer-led wellness workshops, mindfulness groups, and suicide prevention sessions, alongside referrals to behavioral health services, housing, education, and community resources. YPAs are responsible for daily programming including recreational and creative activities—sports, music, visual arts, gaming, and cultural outings—plus education and workforce readiness opportunities, including tutoring, resume workshops, credentialing, and leadership development. They will co-lead these activities and provide individualized mentorship, helping youth develop life skills, strengthen community connections, and navigate pathways toward stability and growth.
Educational Services
- Art Teacher
The Art Teacher provides creative and standard-based visual arts instruction to students within a special education school setting. They focus on adapting art curriculum to meet diverse learning, behavioral, and sensory needs by incorporating students’ Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and utilizing differentiated instructional and behavioral support strategies. The Art Teacher plans and delivers engaging lessons that promote self-expression, skill development, and social-emotional growth, monitors student progress, maintains a safe and supportive classroom environment, collaborates with multidisciplinary staff, communicates student needs to supervisors, participates in professional development and school activities, and always ensures appropriate supervision of students.
- Career and Technical Education Teacher
The Career and Technical Education (CTE) Teacher provides instruction aligned with the assigned CTE curriculum to junior and senior high school students. They teach classes, developing standards-aligned lesson plans, implementing effective classroom management strategies, and support students with diverse learning needs, including those with IEPs and other related plans. The CTE Teacher actively monitors student academic and behavioral progress, collaborates with administrators, colleagues, parents, and agency staff, and participates in professional development, meetings, and school activities.
- English Language Arts Teacher
The English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher provides ELA instruction to junior and senior high school students and fulfills non-instructional related duties. They lead and instruct designated classes, develop and submit lesson plans aligned to current New York State standards, implement effective classroom and behavioral management strategies, and supports students with diverse learning needs, including those with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Individual Crisis Management Plans (ICMPs), and other related plans. The ELA Teacher actively monitors student academic and behavioral progress, prepares students for applicable NYSED state exams and testing requirements, collaborates with administrators, colleagues, parents, and agency staff, and participates in professional development, meetings, and school activities.
- Science Teacher
The Science Teacher provides instruction to senior high school students in alignment with NYS standards. They will plan and deliver engaging lessons, implement effective behavioral management strategies, and adapt instruction to meet individual student needs, including those outlined in the student’s IEP and Individual Crisis Management Plan (ICMP). Their responsibilities include preparing students for state exams, monitoring academic and behavioral progress, and contributing to the overall success of the science department. The Science Teacher also involves collaborating with colleagues, participating in professional development and school events, and maintaining a positive, structured classroom environment that supports student growth and achievement.
- Special Education Teacher
The Special Education Teacher provides instruction to junior and senior high school students. They will design and deliver lessons that promote intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth, while adapting instruction to meet individual student needs outlined in IEPs and ICMPs. The Special Education Teacher’s responsibilities include developing lesson plans aligned with NYS standards, implementing effective behavioral management strategies, monitoring student progress, and preparing students for state assessments. They will collaborate with colleagues, parents, and support staff to enhance student success, participate in professional development and school activities, and contribute to the overall Special Education program in a supportive and structured learning environment.
Health Services
- Licensed Practical Nurse
The LPN is responsible for providing basic health care needs for all students of LaSalle School, ages 12 to 21. Under supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN) on duty and in collaboration with other team members, the LPN provides direct and indirect patient care in accordance with NY Health Laws Act, professional standards of care, State regulations, and LaSalle philosophy, policies, and procedures. The LPN Also obtains consultation with other ancillary providers, internal and external, on an ongoing basis.
- Registered Nurse
The RN is responsible for the delivery and oversight of health care needs of all LaSalle students. Decisions and responsibility for the care of the students are met by the RN, in consultation with other ancillary providers and clinicians as indicated.
Residential Services
- Youth Development Specialist
The Youth Development Specialist (YDS) works directly with the residents assigned to a particular division. They ensure that the daily program and routine is carried out. A YDS is responsible for providing a safe, therapeutic residential experience for all children during each assigned shift. They consistently implement strategies which provide for the effective supervision of each resident. The YDS must be familiar with the Individual Crisis Management Plan (ICMP) and treatment goals of each resident. They must be competent in employing Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) techniques for de-escalation and managing behaviors. YDSs act as a member of the team, coordinating daily tasks with colleagues. They develop the working knowledge of each resident and work to support his progress in treatment. A YDS provides support for youth to whom assigned as the primary YDS. They are familiar with Positive Behavior Intervention Supports, and use identified strategies to reinforce positive behaviors which reflect safety, responsibility, and respect. YDSs are available for special assignments as needed in any division or for specific youth.
Click below to apply for one of three separate shifts.
For questions about LaSalle School’s careers or general HR inquiries, please contact:
Shakion Melton
Human Resources Manager
LaSalle School
391 Western Avenue
Albany, NY 12203
smelton@lasalle-school.org
518-242-4731 x296