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The New England Center for Children

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Great kids, great opportunities, great benefits. - Supervisor The New England Center for Children Employee Review

5.0
Sep 5, 2013
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Pros

Working here is challenging yet immensely rewarding. Yes, the students are behaviorally and educationally challenging (that's why they're here....) but they are also some of the best people I have ever met. There are also the on-site Master's programs (which was a big draw for both myself and a lot of my friends here), post-master's certification programs, and Ph.D programs, and other great benefits such as ample vacation time and good health benefits. Additionally, there is the opportunity to move up fairly quickly through the ranks into a supervisory position. The expertise of those working around you on a day to day basis is great, and there are lots (more coming every year) of international opportunities for those who are willing to travel abroad for a year or two.

Cons

You just have to get used to the fact that for the first year or two, you may be working a schedule that is different from your friends who may be accountants or public school teachers. You will probably work a weekend day, and some holidays, and perhaps overnights (depending on your position) but as you move up in seniority you will get to pick better schedules. And really, working those "undesirable days" isn't that bad.

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5.0
Feb 3, 2026
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Pros

Education opportunities. Professional development. On the job training.

Cons

I can’t think of any.

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The New England Center for Children Response
3mo
Thanks for leaving a review! A big part of our mission is to help aspiring teachers and behavior analysts get the training and advanced education they need to help as many children with autism as possible. Thank you for taking advantage of our free graduate school and we wish you the best as you contribute your talents to a new community that needs people like you!
2.0
May 31, 2026
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Pros

The kids are the best part. It's good for those who have little to no experience. They pay for a masters degree.

Cons

Lead Teachers have no training in managing people. The lead teacher sits at the desk all day on their phone, eating and micromanaging. It's not really a school schedule. You must be present for 8 hours even if the kids are not there, and you have no other work to do. You get only 2 random weeks off in the summer. The pay is not worth it.

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The New England Center for Children Response
1mo
Thank you for sharing your perspective. We are grateful for the direct care staff who work with our students every day to bring out their potential. Our lead teachers have many administrative responsibilities, working with each student's team of clinicians, parents, and liaisons that may not be visible to other staff. However, if you have performance concerns about your lead teacher, please share it with your clinical supervisor. Thank you for all you do!
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