June 2016 - Special Educator e-Journal

Table of Contents

  • Update from the U.S. Department of Education

  • NCWD: Intersection: Navigating the Road to Work

  • Special Education Teacher Attrition. By Reshma Mulchan ofFlorida International University

  • Buzz from the HUB

  • From the Journal of American Academy of Special Education Professionals (JAASEP): Cameras in Self-Contained Classrooms: Legal, Professional and Student Implications. By Ashlee Ivie from Southern Utah University

  • Latest Employment Opportunities Posted on NASET

  • Acknowledements

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Latest Employment Opportunities Posted on NASET

Special Education Teacher

Washington, DC

Job Category: Teacher

Description

Center City Public Charter School's PreK-8th grade neighborhood-based schools provide a high quality, well-rounded public education. Our mission is to empower our students for lifelong success by building strong character, promoting academic excellence, and generating public service throughout Washington D.C.

A Center City PCS Special Education Teacher is expected to work with school staff to help create an environment that is rich with high expectations and rigor combining specific and constant reinforcement of scholar work and effort.

Job Summary

  • Position helps to create a classroom culture that represents Center City's high expectations for every scholar and its core values. Inclusion Teachers are expected to provide specific and timely feedback on scholar effort, behavior and student work.
  • Work collaboratively with the general education teacher to ensure Inclusion Model is implemented consistently at Center City PCS.
  • Position provides instruction that supports, supplements, and extends excellent classroom teaching Position is responsible for analyzing mandated data and planning for future special education needs.
  • Position is responsible for instructing students individually or in groups to enable students to ensure students are receiving accommodations and modification in accordance with IEPs.

Essential Duties

  • Collaborate and co-teach daily effective differentiated instruction
  • Engage parents and families in their child's academic success
  • Ensure that Center City PCS is in compliance with Federal and State Law

 

We are actively recruiting in these grade bands and content areas:

Grades 2-5 (all content areas)
MS Math

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and meet the content knowledge requirements of the subject matter taught by taking the required Praxis (Elementary, ECE, or content specific test)
  • Minimum of 2 years of urban teaching experience
  • Practical experience working with children with special needs
  • Demonstrate verbally basic clinical/diagnostic understanding of the identified child's needs

 

Benefits

Teachers work hours: 8:00AM to 4:30PM Monday-Friday. Every Wednesday students leave at 2:30 to allow for campus professional development and one Wednesday each month, teachers enjoy Wellness Wednesday, when they leave school at 2:30pm.

Contact

Please complete our online application: https://centercitypcs.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

 

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Special Education Teacher

Memphis, TN

Job Category: Special Education Teacher

 

Achievement Schools Teacher – 2016-2017

The Opportunity

The Achievement Schools represent an unprecedented effort to provide an excellent neighborhood school for every child in the Frayser community of Memphis. A network of five zoned, neighborhood turnaround schools, the vision of the Achievement Schools is for every child in Frayser to attend an excellent neighborhood school. Since 2012, the Achievement Schools have been partnering with families and community members to provide an excellent education to students in Frayser.

The Achievement Schools currently operate five schools in Memphis: Corning Achievement Elementary, Frayser Achievement Elementary, Georgian Hills Achievement Elementary, Whitney Achievement Elementary, and Westside Achievement Middle.

Skills and Characteristics for Success

The Achievement Schools is actively seeking teachers who embody the following characteristics:

  • Team Player
  • Driven
  • Culturally Aware
  • Data-driven
  • Professional
  • Self-Aware

More specifically, an Achievement Schools Teacher will...

  • Foster a positive, productive classroom culture
  • Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned lessons that cultivate students' knowledge, skills, and abilities
  • Contribute to the school community
  • Use data to reflect regularly upon student learning and adjust course when necessary
  • Collaborate with colleagues in a productive and professional way

 

Life at the Achievement Schools

You can expect the following as an Achievement Schools teacher:

  • Achievement Schools have an extended school day.
  • Teachers operate on an 11 month work year.
  • Teachers are evaluated via the Guiding Rubric for Instruction Transformation (GRIT). There will be a minimum of 3 formal evaluations each year and bi-weekly informal observations followed by feedback and coaching conversations.
  • Achievement Schools operate on an open-door policy. Parents and visitors are always welcomed into our schools and classrooms
  • Teachers are expected to uphold common cultural practices in their schools
  • Teachers are expected to be on time and prepared daily
  • Teachers will have planning time, however, Teachers are expected to participate in school and network meetings, including data meetings, coach meetings, and network-wide PD.

Desired Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution required
  • Experience teaching in an urban community preferred
  • Current Tennessee teacher license required
  • Commitment to working in the Frayser community with historically underserved students required

Benefits of Working at the Achievement Schools

  • Professional development, coaching, and support
  • Opportunity for career growth and development through the Achievement Schools Teacher Career Pathways
  • A centralized curriculum planning and coaching team which will support your planning efforts in the classroom
  • Proven, experienced Memphis leadership in schools and at the network leadership level
  • Generous compensation and benefits package with opportunities for significant growth and leadership

...and more!

Compensation

A teacher's starting salary is based on prior teaching experience and can range from $47,000 - $70,000. However, a teacher's total annual compensation is made up of four components: base salary, team performance bonus, leadership pathway stipend, and comprehensive benefits. The benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, flexible spending accounts, and a retirement/pension plan through the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS).

Contact:

Brian Gilson:  bgilson@tnasd.org Website:  www.achievementschools.org

 

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Special Education Teacher

New York, NY

Job Category: Special Education Teacher

Description:

NYTPS is currently seeking monolingual/bilingual New York State Special Education Teachers to provide Services for Preschool and/or School Age Children. We offer placements throughout the 5 boroughs of New York City (Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, and Staten Island). Choose the locations and schedules that work for you!

About New York Therapy Placement Services, Inc: New York Therapy Placement Services, Inc. has been a leader in the educational/healthcare services arena for over 30 years. Founded in 1986, the company plays an integral part in both the public and private health care sectors. We are proud of our reputation of "excellence" and commitment to providing services in compliance with local, state and federal guidelines. Our services are diversified and we pride ourselves in working with only the most experienced clinicians that are interested in making a difference in the lives of others.

About the position:

  • Our office team is YOUR team, working hard to provide you guidance and help with case placement and billing.
  • We provide numerous workshops which can be used for your professional development units.
  • Assessment tools are available to you free of charge in our Lending Library.
  • Clinical Coordinators visit with you out in the field for guidance and support. They are always available in-person, and for phone consultation.
  • Full-time and part-time opportunities available. Very flexible schedules in both schools and home environments.

Requirements:

  • NYS Permanent Certification in Special Education or NYS Initial or Professional Certification in Students with Disabilities. (Birth-Grade 2, Grade 1-6, Grade 5-9 and/or Grade 7-12)
  • ABA experience a plus.
  • Cannot be concurrently employed by NYC DOE.
  • Bilingual Certification or passing score on the BEA Exam in any language welcome especially: Spanish, Mandarin/Cantonese, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, Russian, Arabic, Hebrew, etc.

Benefits:

  • Flexible scheduling
  • Flexibility in selecting case preferences (preschool, school age or home care)
  • Opportunities are available based upon your geographical preferences
  • The support of our Placement Coordinators and Clinical Supervisors
  • Active therapists will receive discount towards our Workshops to earn Professional Development hours and CEU Credits!

Contact:

Please contact for more information:
Annie Demuccio: annie.demuccio@nytps.org

You can also apply through our career center:
http://bit.ly/1YIMopw

 

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Director of Academic Support

Olympic Valley, CA

Job Category: Special Education Specialist

Description:

Squaw Valley Academy is looking for an experienced boarding school Special Education certified teacher to join our team and assist in the daily instruction of our students.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree in Special Education, be currently certified and have 2+ years high school experience teaching in Special Education. Boarding school experience a plus.

Assist students in subjects of concern in two Resource classes (address study and organizational skills) and provide support to students in core classes. Assist in IEP/504 reviews, educating/informing faculty of best modalities for student success. Address faculty in one meeting a week on Professional Learning Community curriculum.

Evaluate and assist students class work, performance, and assignments. Prepare supplemental course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts. Individualize curriculum content to address various learning needs Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues. Prepare and submit required reports related to instruction (Individualized Educational Plan goals, progress reports so on) Participate in all faculty campus and community events. Act as academic advisor to group of students (address study and organizational skills)

Run and coordinate 5 day a week, three hour daily Afternoon Learning Center. Assist with the daily boarding school coverage of afternoon activities, evening study hall and weekend duty.

Room and board included. Salary range is above average plus medical and dental Ins.

Email wgrant@sva.org with the following materials: Special Ed. Credential with authorizations and last expiration date, Letter of Recommendation, Resume

Requirements:

Experienced boarding school Special Education certified teacher with a Master's degree in Special Education, be currently certified and have 2+ years high school experience teaching in Special Education. Boarding school experience a plus.

Benefits:

  • Room and board suitable for a single person.
  • Medical and dental coverage
  • Above average salary

Contact:

Email wgrant@sva.org with your Special Ed. Credential with authorizations and last expiration date, Letter of Recommendation, & Resume

 

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Upper School Teacher

Brooklyn, NY

Job Category: Upper School Teachers - Math/Science/Spanish

Description:

The Mary McDowell Friends School, a K-12 college preparatory school for students with learning disabilities, is expanding its upper school and is seeking to fill positions for the 2016-17 academic year.

Requirements:

  • Upper School Math Teacher MA required, Special Education experience a plus
  • Upper School Spanish Teacher MA required, Special Education experience a plus
  • Upper School Assistant Science Teacher BA required, Special Education experience a plus
  • Assistant Director of College Guidance BA required minimum of three year experience in college admissions or high school college placement

Contact:

Please email cover letter and resume to angelams@mmfsnyc.org or mail to:

Mary McDowell Friends School
c/o Angela Meyer-Sooknarine
20 Bergen Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201

No phone calls or faxes please. EOE

 

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Special Education Preschool Teacher

Burlingame, CA

Job Category: Special Education Preschool Teacher

Definition:

Under the supervision of the Director of Special Education, the SDC Preschool Teacher will provide specialized academic instruction utilizing appropriate strategies to identified students with moderate to severe learning disabilities.

Essential Functions and Job Duties:

Any one position may not include all of the listed duties nor do all of the listed examples include all the tasks that may be found in positions within this classification.

  • Familiar with early childhood development including social-emotional, language, physical and school readiness
  • Provide students with specialized instruction based on their identified needs
  • Monitors student progress using data that reflects students performance on his or her IEP goals; adjusts instruction as needed
  • Schedules IEPs within expected timelines
  • Completes all IEP paperwork in a timely and accurate manner
  • Prepare and maintain student records
  • Acts as a case manager for assigned students
  • Familiar with state preschool framework
  • Plan, design and implement a comprehensive standards-based curriculum
  • Ensure proper implementation of educational programs including designing and implementing behavior supports, sensory strategies and other interventions to support student learning
  • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with parents, general education teachers and other service providers and agencies
  • Communicate effectively with team members, staff and agency representatives
  • Demonstrate knowledge of special education law and well as SELPA and District policies and procedures
  • Participate in professional development and maintain a high level of professional competence
  • Establish and maintain a safe, orderly and child-centered classroom
  • Perform other duties normally required to be performed by certificated employees as adjunct to the regular teaching assignment
  • Willingness to toilet train.

 

Qualifications:

Any combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described

Experience and Education:

Valid California Education Specialist/ECSE credential (Early Childhood Special Education). Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis Principles (ABA) and the ability to implement behavior programs.

Other requirements:

Valid California drivers license and evidence of insurance
Physical demands: Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

How to Apply:

To apply, please complete district Edjoin application and attach Letter of Intent, Resume, Reference letters, Copy of Credential(s). https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/790964

Benefits:

Burlingame School District is located on the beautiful San Francisco Peninsula within easy commuting distance of San Francisco and many other areas serving educational, cultural, and recreational interests.

Burlingame School District features six TK-5 elementary schools (Hoover School is newly opening for 2016/17) and one 6-8 intermediate school totaling an enrollment of approximately 3300 students. These neighborhood schools provide high quality instruction and attention to each child's needs.

Programs, which include a Spanish Immersion program for grades K-8 and Project Base Learning for grades 6-8, are characterized by cooperative learning, small group instruction, and peer tutoring, direct design thinking and 21st Century learning and integration of technology. Excellence is our goal and our schools rank at the highest level in the California State Testing measures.

Contact:

Victoria Ouye
vouye@burlingameschools.org
650-259-3810
www.bsd.k12.ca.us

 

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Special Education Teacher

Yuma, AZ

Job Category: Special Education Teacher for grades K-5

Description

Teachers are critical to student success, both academically and personally. Desert View Academy is a character-based school and aspires to teach the whole child. Consequently, DVA seeks to hire educators who embody certain traits. These traits include, but are not limited to: maintaining high expectations of themselves and their students at all times; addressing all students, families, and colleagues with respect; solution-seeking and optimistic mindsets; critical thinking skills; the ability to take and give constructive feedback; the ability to adapt to change and unexpected situations; willingness to adapt to individual students needs.

Essential functions of the job

  • Provide instruction sufficient to achieve student performance results, while maintaining professionalism with students, co-workers, administrators, volunteers and parents.
  • Assure instructional integrity within a learning culture consistent with Desert View Academy and state standards.
  • Comply with all board policies and organizational processes, while supporting the overall mission of the organization.
  • Maintain all safety rules and expectations throughout the campus.
  • Multitask, establish and rearrange priorities, and maintain focus in a fast-paced environment
  • Attend all professional development meetings and opportunities for professional growth and
  • Demonstrate a continual focus on self-improvement and continuous learning
  • Know, understand and use digital curriculum in both the student and administrative arenas
  • Work with parents to build good working relationships with each family
  • Participate in outdoor activities which may include play ground supervision, safety drills, traffic duties, etc.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned by Building Leaders or Administration

All tasks associated with serving as a special education teacher are applicable.

Benefits

Desert View Academy is located in Yuma, AZ. We provide excellent benefits, competitive pay and a generous time-off schedule. You will find additional information about our salary and benefits on our website: http://www.desertviewacademy.com/employment/. We offer mentoring for new teachers and teachers who are new to Desert View Academy. We also offer a relocation stipend for those moving to the area.

Contact

Deb Weigel, Principal
928-314-1102
dweigel@desertviewschools.com

In order to apply for a position with Desert View Academy please go to:

http://www.desertviewacademy.com/employment/

There you will find a link to the Applicant Portal. Follow the link to the portal, create an account, and complete the application. Applications for a position cannot be submitted until you have completed your profile.

 

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Special Education Teacher

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Job Category: Teacher

Description:

As one of the world's largest fully integrated energy enterprises, Saudi Aramco not only looks for individuals who can meet its expectations but for those individuals who can exceed them. Our intent is to become the world's leading integrated energy company by 2020, and to accomplish our goals, we want and encourage you to Dream Big. The professional rewards at Saudi Aramco are amazing, but so, too, are the lifestyle and benefits.

Saudi Aramco Expatriate Schools (SAES) is a well-established American curriculum school owned and operated by Saudi Aramco that opened its doors in 1944 as a one-room schoolhouse. Today, the district is comprised of six schools in four beautiful residential communities that enroll over 4,500 expatriate children who represent more than 80 nationalities. Employees of the Saudi Arabian Oil Company enjoy a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, generous vacation schedule, and a family-friendly lifestyle. SAES strives to be a preeminent school system where students achieve their maximum potential in a culture of continuous improvement. In support of this vision, SAES is seeking highly qualified, accomplished, passionate, and collaborative educators who love to work with children, aspire to learn and grow, and eager to embark on a life-changing opportunity.

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's or a Master's degree with specialization in appropriate subject/grade and hold a valid North American teaching certificate/license that reflects relevant endorsement(s).

SAES Special Education Teachers work collaboratively to plan, implement, and evaluate meaningful and developmentally appropriate interventions aligned to the SAES curriculum using adopted and approved programs, materials, resources, and instructional practices. Special Education Teachers adhere to their professional organization code of conduct and research based educational practice. In addition, Special Education Teachers are responsible for nurturing positive professional relationships and for working collaboratively with students, parents, and colleagues to optimize the educational experience for the entire learning community. Special Education Teachers perform under the supervision of school principals and in frequent partnership with other educators, paraprofessionals, and parent volunteers.

Requirements:

Apply in-depth knowledge of special education, developmental and learning theory. Deliver effective individual, group and classroom learning support as needed. Display classroom management and instructional skill while teaming with colleagues. Promote student responsibility for learning. Provide responsive support through instruction, consultation, and referrals. Demonstrate leadership and advocacy for student learning. Identify appropriate and measurable achievement goals for student progress. Use resources effectively to support individual/group learning differences. Model the collection, interpretation, and use of student learning data to optimize learning. Uphold and enforce Company and School Board policies, administrative procedures, school rules and regulations. Engage actively in ongoing regional, district, school and independent professional learning and development to hone professional knowledge, skills, abilities.

A minimum of six years of full-time experience in a preK-12 school setting is required. Candidates must have worked full-time in an educational setting within the past three years.

Membership in professional organizations preferred.

APPLY HERE:https://krb-sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=25270&siteid=5398&AReq=13389BR&Codes=ASC-W-NASET

OR EMAIL:Nicole.hopkins@aramcoservices.com

 

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Resource Specialist Teacher

Mountain View, CA

Job Category: Teacher

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Resource Specialist Teacher is solely responsible for the Resource Services Program for Kindergarten through Grade 12. The Resource Specialist Teacher supports all faculty members in implementing research-based, effective practices in meeting student needs within the classroom to support individual students who are struggling in classes due to individual learning differences. The Resource Specialist Teacher provides pertinent information and consultant services to staff members and parents and on-going student assessment and evaluation. This position reports to the Head of School.

LOCATION

This position is located at the Mountain View campus and might require occasional travel to the Berkeley and San Francisco campuses.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Evaluate students for the purpose of identifying student needs
  • Develop educational plans (IEPs) for the purpose of meeting the individual needs of exceptional students and conducts on-going evaluation of student goals and objectives
  • Administer appropriate educational assessment instruments and interprets and evaluates assessment results
  • Coordinate services to students for the purpose of ensuring efficient instructions and an effective cohesive program
  • Evaluate effectiveness of strategies and techniques used and adjust instruction and delivery as needed
  • Teach/instruct students for the purpose of ensuring successful progress towards student's goals and objectives
  • Consult/collaborate with staff, parents, and agencies for the purpose of ensuring appropriate delivery of services and adherence to due process
  • Plan for effective, meaningful integration of student instruction
  • Deliver methods and services to match specific student needs
  • Work with homeroom and subject teachers in a team effort to plan curriculum and student support
  • Develop and implement modifications and intervention strategies
  • Provide in-service training/presentations on accommodating for specific learning differences and a variety of learning styles
  • Maintaining secure, up to date, and complete electronic files documenting academic support histories incl. meetings/communication with parents and teachers
  • Translate all necessary documentation in an understandable format on Special Education forms and files and document necessary federal and state due process rights and procedures
  • Attend regular and special staff meetings and actively participates as a member of the educational team
  • Support the policies and programs of GISSV and performs assigned duties consistent with school policies, regulations and procedures.
  • Carry out mission, vision, and values established by the GISSV community and its Board of Directors.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

 

REQUIREMENTS

  • Special Education Credential and/or a MA in Special Education; candidates with similar degrees and related training in specialized instructional practices and experience will also be considered.
  • 3+ years teaching Special Education in an inclusive setting, preferably in a bilingual (German/English) environment
  • High level of literacy in both English and German

For more please see posting on school webpage: http://www.gissv.org/gissv-home-english/about-gissv/working-at-gissv

 

CONTACT

Please direct your completed application, including a cover letter, resume, diplomas, 3 reference letters, transcripts, etc. by May 27, 2016 to Anja Friebe, HR Director atjobs@gissv.org, e-mail subject "Resource/Your Name".

 

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Lower School Learning Specialist (Part-time)

Rockville

Job Category: Educational Support Services

Description

The Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School is seeking a part time special educator to work with students, teachers and parents in our Lower School for the 2016-2017 school year. The students will be in grades 3 – 5. This part time role is a benefit-eligible position.

The Learning Specialist will be part of a team of other special educators who work at the school through the Educational Support Services Department, providing a variety of strategies and interventions to students with diverse learning needs, both in and out of the classroom setting. In addition to providing direct remedial support to students, other responsibilities include design of individualized education plans, case management, chairing educational management team meetings and close collaboration with classroom teachers. Experience in co-teaching is preferred.

Requirements

Training and experience in one or more research based multi-sensory reading methods is required. Familiarity with effective reading comprehension, writing and math programs for students with language based learning disabilities is also necessary. Orton Gillingham trained learning specialists are preferred.

The ideal candidate must have:

  • Master's Degree in Special Education from an accredited university.
  • At least 3-5 years' teaching experience.
  • A high level of interpersonal skills to work with staff and parents dealing with sensitive and confidential issues concerning a child's learning differences.
  • Leadership skills to implement staff workshops and conduct parent meetings.
  • Experience supporting students with executive functioning challenges.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits package includes access to health, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability, discounted lunch program, tuition remission and more.

Contact

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to www.cesjds.org/careers Job Code LS700.

The Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate all applicants without unlawful consideration of race, color, age, religion, gender, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Description:

The Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School is seeking a part time special educator to work with students, teachers and parents in our Lower School for the 2016-2017 school year. The students will be in grades 3 – 5.  This part time role is a benefit-eligible position.

The Learning Specialist will be part of a team of other special educators who work at the school through the Educational Support Services Department, providing a variety of strategies and interventions to students with diverse learning needs, both in and out of the classroom setting.   In addition to providing direct remedial support to students, other responsibilities include design of individualized education plans, case management, chairing educational management team meetings and close collaboration with classroom teachers.  Experience in co-teaching is preferred.

Requirements:

Training and experience in one or more research based multi-sensory reading methods is required. Familiarity with effective reading comprehension, writing and math programs for students with language based learning disabilities is also necessary. Orton Gillingham trained learning specialists are preferred.

The ideal candidate must have:

  • Master’s Degree in Special Education from an accredited university.
  • At least 3-5 years’ teaching experience.
  • A high level of interpersonal skills to work with staff and parents dealing with sensitive and confidential issues concerning a child’s learning differences.
  • Leadership skills to implement staff workshops and conduct parent meetings.
  • Experience supporting students with executive functioning challenges.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits:

Comprehensive employee benefits package includes access to health, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability, discounted lunch program, tuition remission and more.

Contact:

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to www.cesjds.org/careers  Job Code LS700.

The Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate all applicants without unlawful consideration of race, color, age, religion, gender, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

 

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Special Education Services Director

Scarsdale, NY

Job Category: Director of Special Education

Description:

  • Oversee the day to day operations of the entire Special Needs Services department, specifically supervision of the preschool state funded year round programs, private class, and Developmental Disabilities Enrichment Services.

 

  • Develop and implement all guidelines and policies with the purpose of ensuring compliance with all government regulations, as well as maintaining alignment with the JCC of Mid-Westchester’s Nursery School mission.

 

  • Innovate, develop and implement curriculum and remain current on special education and early childhood education best practices.

 

  • Create program protocols; formulate policies and procedures for special services programs such as related services, evaluations, placement, and education of participants.

 

  • Interact with Committee for Preschool Special Education and Committee for Special Education (school age) chairpersons to form a collaborative relationship. Attend, when needed, student’s CPSE or CSE meetings at the parent’s, staff or district’s request. Be an active member of the Early Childhood Direction Center preschool meetings and the Hudson Alliance for Children with Special Needs.

 

  • Evaluate the special education programs to ensure that objectives for students’ education are met according to their IEPs.  Maintain and provide update protocols for progress on student participants.  Oversee quarterly, annual and other annual reviews/reporting required under student IEPs.

 

  • Identify and implement computerized reporting such as but not limited to IEP Direct, to streamline and utilize more efficient and accurate reporting mechanisms.

 

  • Manage, hire, recruit, train, develop & evaluate procedures for all special services staff including but not limited to related services staff, therapists, educators and administrative staff.  Provide annual reviews of all staff members.

 

  • Create protocols, manage, and oversee all staff records and currency of licenses.  Oversee and ensure adherence to staff hiring procedures including required background checks and paperwork administration.

 

  • Inform and interpret state and federal laws, rules, and regulations to staff and parents.  Remain current in knowledge of New York State Reimbursable Costs Manual and fiscal reporting policies.

 

  • Oversight and review of student records such as daily notes, progress reports and annual review reports.  Oversight and review of therapists reports regarding related services.

 

  • Prepare and maintain budgets for programs to minimize expenses and maximize revenue. Oversight, management and reviews of all filing & billing claims to county, school districts, and federal agencies.

 

  • Work with finance staff to provide fiscal data for annual Consolidated Fiscal Report. Finance staff to complete the Consolidated Fiscal Report.

 

  • Complete or assist in preparing reports for federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.

 

  • Work with JCC of Mid-Westchester’s Executive Director and other program directors to develop grant and fundraising opportunities for special needs programming.

 

  • Collaborate with Marketing Director to promote community awareness and full enrollment of all of the department’s programs.

 

  • Establish medical policies and procedures for special education programs, distribute and manage individual classes’ adherence to protocols.  Create a medical plan/protocol for all classes and work with medical staff hired (or subcontracted) to ensure adherence to protocols are met to ensure the safety of our children participants.

 

  • Create protocols, manage and oversee all data base management of participant information.

 

  • Develop, oversee and work with the marketing department on all social media, digital and traditional marketing for non-state funded classes/programs.


Requirements:

  • Current New York State certification in one of the following: School Administrator & Supervisor (SAS), School Building Leader (SBL) or School District Leader (SDL)

 

  • Master Degree in Special Education and/or Early Childhood Education highly preferred

 

  • Extensive knowledge & experience in:  Early Childhood Education, Special education and 4410 preschool program management & supervision.

 

  • Extensive knowledge of New York State Reimbursable Costs Manual and experience with reporting and billing for a 4410 preschool program.

 

  • Experience in counseling of families pertaining to IEP’s and education requirements for children with special needs.

 

  • Extensive staff management and development experience. Experience creating protocols for hiring, records management and staff supervision & development.

 

  • Computer Skills Required, including knowledge of:  MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access & Facebook.

 

  • Flexible and able to alter protocols as needed to adhere to future updated state, federal and agency policies.


Benefits:

All benefits outlined for full-time staff in the current JCC of Mid-Westchester employee manual effective as of April 2016.


Start Date: On or around September 1, 2016


JCC of Mid-Westchester Nursery School provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Contact:

Mara Roberge

robergem@jccmw.orgwww.jccmw.org

999 Wilmot Road

Scarsdale, NY 10853

 

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Special Education Teacher (Arizona)

Phoenix, Arizona

Job Category: Special Education Teacher

EBS is seeking passionate, motivated Special Education Teachers who want to make a difference in the lives of exceptional children! EBS Special Education Teachers develop and implement all aspects of student IEPs and classroom instruction in order to maximize academic, communicative, behavioral, self-help, social and emotional success.

Responsibilities include:

  • Organizing and implementing an instructional program that meets the developmental level and unique learning style needs of diverse learners
  • Creates a positive educational environment for all students using a multi-tiered system of supports
  • Utilizes Universal Designs for Learning and multiple modalities of instruction for engagement
  • Incorporates a system for data collection and analysis that drives academic decision making
  • Collaborates with other educators, related service providers and parents to maximize student outcomes
  • Uses professional quality communication skills to convey information to the student's team
  • Meets all district, state and federal requirements for the program to which they are assigned including, MET/IEP and Progress Report Deadlines
  • Utilize visual supports and structured teaching methodologies as appropriate to population served
  • Demonstrates an understanding of appropriate curriculum, differentiation and developmental instruction
  • Demonstrates an understanding of behavioral functions and implements a system of positive behavior interventions and supports

EBS offers customized salary packages for each individual employee. An EBS special educator's salary varies based on experience, education, employment setting, and location.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in Special Education
  • Appropriate State Certification/Licensure in Special Education
  • Current Fingerprint Clearance Card
  • SEI Endorsement (For AZ Candidates)

To Apply:

Please send updated resume to hr@ebshealthcare.com or visit www.ebshealthcare.com/applyto complete our online application.

 

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Special Educator Teacher - (Hawaii)

Honolulu, Hawaii

Job Category: Special Education Teacher

EBS is seeking passionate, motivated Special Education Teachers who want to make a difference in the lives of exceptional children! EBS Special Education Teachers develop and implement all aspects of student IEPs and classroom instruction in order to maximize academic, communicative, behavioral, self-help, social and emotional success.

Responsibilities include:

  • Creating an optimal learning environment that is responsive to the needs of students with significant emotional and behavioral challenges
  • Organizing and implementing an instructional program that meets the developmental level and unique learning style needs of diverse learners
  • Creates a positive educational environment for all students using a multi-tiered system of supports
  • Utilizes Universal Designs for Learning and multiple modalities of instruction for engagement
  • Incorporates a system for data collection and analysis that drives academic decision making
  • Collaborates with other educators, related service providers and parents to maximize student outcomes
  • Uses professional quality communication skills to convey information to the student's team
  • Meets all district, state and federal requirements for the program to which they are assigned including, MET/IEP and Progress Report Deadlines
  • Utilize visual supports and structured teaching methodologies as appropriate to population served
  • Demonstrates an understanding of appropriate curriculum, differentiation and developmental instruction
  • Demonstrates an understanding of behavioral functions and implements a system of positive behavior interventions and supports

EBS offers customized salary packages for each individual employee. An EBS special educator's salary varies based on experience, education, employment setting, and location.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in Special Education
  • Appropriate State Certification/Licensure in Special Education
  • Experience working with children with emotional disabilities and challenging behaviors/self-contained teaching experience preferred
  • Current Fingerprint Clearance Card (if required for your state)

 

To Apply:

Please send a copy of your updated resume to hr@ebshealthcare.com or visit www.ebshealthcare.com/apply to complete our online application

 

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Special Education Teacher - (California)

California

Job Category: Special Education Teacher

EBS is seeking passionate, motivated Special Education Teachers who want to make a difference in the lives of exceptional children! EBS Special Education Teachers develop and implement all aspects of student IEPs and classroom instruction in order to maximize academic, communicative, behavioral, self-help, social and emotional success.

Responsibilities include:

  • Organizing and implementing an instructional program that meets the developmental level and unique learning style needs of diverse learners
  • Creates a positive educational environment for all students using a multi-tiered system of supports
  • Utilizes Universal Designs for Learning and multiple modalities of instruction for engagement
  • Incorporates a system for data collection and analysis that drives academic decision making
  • Collaborates with other educators, related service providers and parents to maximize student outcomes
  • Uses professional quality communication skills to convey information to the student's team
  • Meets all district, state and federal requirements for the program to which they are assigned including, MET/IEP and Progress Report Deadlines
  • Utilize visual supports and structured teaching methodologies as appropriate to population served
  • Demonstrates an understanding of appropriate curriculum, differentiation and developmental instruction
  • Demonstrates an understanding of behavioral functions and implements a system of positive behavior interventions and supports

EBS offers customized salary packages for each individual employee. An EBS special educator's salary varies based on experience, education, employment setting, and location.

 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in Special Education
  • Appropriate State Certification/Licensure in Special Education
  • Current Fingerprint Clearance Card

 

To Apply:

Please send updated resume to hr@ebshealthcare.com or visit www.ebshealthcare.com/applyto complete our online application.

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