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SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

JOB SUMMARY: We are interested in recent graduates and experienced educators with a calling to work with socially, emotionally, and behaviorally challenged students in a safe, hands-off environment teaching students strategies to access their academics. We have immediate openings for 10-month, full-time contracted teaching positions with opportunities for additional employment in our after-school and 5-week extended school year summer program.The job location is on-site at either our Warminster or Media, PA locations.

Starting Salary – $55K – $100K plus $3,000 merit based bonus

Paid Benefits: Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement (up to $10K/yr), Full Medical Coverage, Dental, Vision, Contribution to Simple IRA (3%), and Merit-Based Bonus Payouts.

License/Certification: PA Special Education Certification (Preferred) or Emergency Certification (if credentials are met)

Functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:

• Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student’s IEP.
• Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques.
• Employs various teaching techniques, methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals.
• Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include: present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals.
• Schedules team meetings and works cooperatively with child study team members and others in developing instructional goals and strategies.
• Coordinates the delivery of special education services in each student’s IEP.
• Creates a positive learning experience with emphasis in individualized instruction using appropriate sources including the integration of technology.

Other functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:

• Establishes and maintains student control and discipline in the classroom, school premises or during school activities.
• Employs and implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation and mutual respect consistent with district policies and procedures.
• Collaborates and consults with educational professionals and community service providers (i.e., social services, public health, medical providers, etc.) regarding the needs of students.
• Performs other comparable duties of a like or similar nature apparent or as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Ability Required:

• Minimum B.A/B.S degree in teaching from an accredited institution in the appropriate special education or subject area.
• Current Pennsylvania teaching license in required content area.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of special education and specialty area.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching of students with disabilities.
• Thorough knowledge of school rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior.
• Ability to deliver and articulate oral presentations and written reports.
• Ability to effectively an analyze needs and problems objectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, students, parents, staff, administration and the general public.
• Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program.
• Knowledge of relevant technology including the use of technology such as i-pads to individualize instruction.
• Meet professional teacher education requirements of school and state.
• Knowledge and skills in working with children with ADD and behavior and emotional disabilities.
• Must have proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift, move and/or support up to 50 pounds (and/or up to adult size body weight with two-to-three person lift). Position can require some degree of physical interaction with students who have difficulty controlling physical behavior.

INSTRUCTIONAL COORDINATOR

JOB SUMMARY: The job of the Special Education Instructional Coordinator was established for the purpose(s) of working with individual and/or small groups of students under the supervision of a certificated teacher in the supervision and instruction of students; assisting students by modeling the necessary skills to perform assignments; following educational and specific behavioral plans; modeling appropriate behaviors and interactions with students and staff; Employees in this classification will receive a variety of assignments including classroom support, lunchroom, outdoor areas, etc.
Join a dynamic team of educational professionals who believe in replacing discouragement with hope by creating a structured, systematic, and supportive learning environment free from harm.

Starting Salary – $40K+ based on qualifications and relevant experience

Paid Benefits: Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement (up to $10K/yr), Full Medical Coverage, Dental, Vision, Contribution to Simple IRA (3%), and Merit-Based Bonus Payouts.

Degree/Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or Psychology

Schedule: Monday-Friday. This is a 10-month position with the opportunity to add five weeks to support our extended school year program.

Work Location: In-person at our Warminster, PA or Media, PA locations

Functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:

• Monitors individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g. rest rooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, assemblies, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
• Documents student’s daily activities (e.g. behavior, completed assignments, on/off task times, etc.) for the purpose of completing daily logs and student’s quarterly behavior sheets that are submitted daily for stakeholders to review.
• Provides, under the supervision of assigned teacher, instruction to students in a variety of individual and group activities (e.g. reading or math groups, social/emotional learning, gym, etc.) for the purpose of implementing goals for remediation of student deficiencies and ensuring student’s success.
• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the classroom teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.
• Communicates with teachers and other school personnel for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.
• Implements under the supervision of assigned teacher, instructional programs and lesson plans (e.g. reading, math, language comprehension, writing, computer, etc.) for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
• Maintains classroom equipment and work area for the purpose of ensuring availability of a safe learning environment and/or meeting mandated requirements.
• Promotes good study habits and student independence for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes.
• Implements under the supervision of assigned teacher, behavioral plans designed by IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
• Models conversation, manners, clean up activities, listening, and everyday interactions for the purpose of demonstrating appropriate social behavior in a culturally sensitive manner.
• Monitors student’s daily schedule and behavior plan (e.g. class schedule, breaks, medication, appetite, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
• Responds to emergency situations (e.g. injured students, fights, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns using trauma informed care and Ukeru behavior management strategies, and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.

Other functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:

• Administers tests, homework assignments, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting teachers in the classroom.
• Attends meetings and in-service presentations as assigned for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Knowledge Skills and Ability Required:

• Demonstrates understanding of students’ disabilities; keeps firm hand and is courteous and fair
• Participates in physical activities which are part of the students’ basic program
• Demonstrates flexibility in schedule and activities throughout the day
• Demonstrates cooperation, openness for growth and willingness to contribute in a team approach
• Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates with colleagues, supervisors, and students
• Maintains confidentiality regarding all aspects of his/her work with special education children and other staff
• Ability to operate a computer and related software such Google Apps (docs, sheets, slide) and overall comfort with using technology

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift, move and/or support up to 50 pounds (and/or up to adult size body weight with two-to-three person lift). Position can require some degree of physical interaction with students who have difficulty controlling physical behavior.