Join Our Team

Mainspring Academy, a Hope Haven program, is always looking for passionate educators and professionals who are committed to helping children and young adults reach their full potential. As part of the Hope Haven team, employees enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits for eligible full-time employees, professional development opportunities, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day. Whether you're an experienced educator, behavior specialist, support professional, or college student seeking an internship, you'll join a collaborative organization dedicated to transforming lives through education, specialized services, and family support.

Love What You Do

Most people aren’t just looking for a paycheck – they want purpose. More than ever, professionals are seeking careers that make an impact, where their talents create real change in the lives of others. At Mainspring Academy, every role contributes to something meaningful: helping students with unique needs learn, grow, and thrive.

Support the success of a community of students who are often overlooked

Join a collaborative environment

Cultivate professional growth with education and skill development opportunities

A Rewarding Experience

Fulfillment that comes from working hard and lifting others up

At Mainspring Academy, we share that same motivation—to make a lasting difference in the lives of children who are often overlooked. Our school is built to support the success of students with intellectual and developmental differences by providing everything they need to thrive: qualified and compassionate teachers, registered behavior technicians, and a board-certified behavior analyst.

With measurable and appropriate goals, we believe every child – regardless of difference or disability – can succeed. We also recognize that teachers, parents, therapists, families, and community members are all essential parts of that success.

I have been teaching at Mainspring since its beginning. Since I started, I have grown tremendously. I have more confidence in running my own classroom, running goals with my students, and collaborating with staff members. I am also much more organized. I love being with my students and have learned to always take time out of the day to celebrate the victories they make. I also love to make learning fun and enjoyable for them!

Amy Lentzke

Mainspring Teacher

Mainspring has offered me a unique teaching experience like no other. I started off my teaching career in the public school where I struggled with minimal support from administration and was met with resistance when advocating for my students. While teaching in the classroom at Mainspring, I knew that I could always go to my co-workers and administration for help. Along with the parents, our school is like its own little community. We are always there to help each other. Now, as an administrator, it is always our focus to make sure that our staff is well supported and appreciated and to provide our parents with the information and guidance they need to make our students the best they can be. It is so rewarding to watch them grow year after year. I've learned to never doubt their capabilities and I continue to learn from them as they do me.

Elizabeth Worrell

Mainspring Administrator

I grew as a teacher and a person since I began working at Mainspring. As a teacher, I learned so much about Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). I received the training and education I needed to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). My students taught me to appreciate the little things and have patience. They brought me joy and fulfillment. They meant the world to me. Mainspring motivated me to be a better person.

Michelle Arias

Mainspring Teacher

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse)

In compliance with Florida law (House Bill 531, 2025), employment at Mainspring Academy require a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Applicants in roles that require this screening must visit the Clearinghouse Education and Awareness Website for important information.