August 2015 - Special Educator e-Journal
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Update from the U.S. Department of Education
Literature Review: On Second Thought, Maybe They Are Helping. By Pia Surgent
Literature Review: Parent Partcipation In Special Education Classrooms. By Kaitlyn Gagner
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Director of Student Services
West Nyack, NY
Job Category: Special Education Administrator
Description:
The Rockland Jewish Academy is a community day school three years young, built by and for the community; independent, inclusive and welcoming to families in all streams of Judaism. Located in Rockland County, New York, 45 minutes northwest of New York City, RJA has approximately 85 students in PreK3-Grade 5. The school is committed to providing its students with academic excellence, a richly fortified Jewish education, a deep commitment to the land and people of Israel and social awareness. Our goals are to instill knowledge of Judaism and the world in a nurturing and inspiring environment where students can meet their fullest potential as ethical members of the Jewish Community and American Society.
By using the latest proven methods and technologies, the school strives to provide a model of education that is child-centered and innovative, providing students with great opportunities to learn and further explore their curiosities within a nurturing and supportive learning environment of Jewish values. Our professional staff is highly competent and creative, continuously seeking new ways to stimulate student critical thinking and learning. Every family represented in our community day school has a voice and is encouraged to work collaboratively through volunteerism to ensure the financial, educational and spiritual health of our school.
The Director of Student Services will create and implement a plan to support the academic success of all students (remediation and enrichment). The director will oversee mandated IEP services and will serve as the schools liaison to the school district in relation to IEP's/special services.
Job Responsibilities:
- Hold team meetings for each student that should include the parents when possible.
- Maintain close contact with students and families regarding their academic needs.
- Provide teachers with appropriate curricular goals/outlines based on the instructional needs of students.
- Design education plans for students in collaboration with both the general and Judaic studies teachers (intervention and enrichment as needed).
- Qualified and able to assist Judaic and Hebrew teachers.
- Design, implement and oversee behavior modification programs as needed.
- Provide guidance to teachers in modifying their lessons to meet various student needs (for students with or without IEP's)
- Provide in house teacher/staff professional development opportunities (individual, small group or school wide) as needed on appropriate topics.
- Communicate, coordinate, and meet with both classroom teachers and related services providers (Resource, OT, Speech) on a regular basis about goals and schedules and to work on carrying the out-of-classroom supports/strategies into the classroom environment.
- Facilitate social skills and counsel groups for social emotional needs.
- Develop opportunities for enrichment in the classroom setting and create services to meet the needs of gifted learners
Requirements:
- Masters in Special Education
- Minimum of 5 years of administrative experience
- Demonstrates strengths in special education strategies, curriculum and instructions
- Collaborative, flexible and goal-oriented
- Experience with alternative teaching strategies
- Experience working with Department of Education Services
- Demonstrates leadership qualities
- Demonstrates excellent communication skills both in person and in writing
Benefits:
Salary and benefits commensurate with experience
Contact:
Interested candidates should send resume and cover letter to orlee.krass@gmail.com
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Special Education Teacher
Aspen, Colorado
Job Category: Special Education Teacher
Description:
Aspen School District in Aspen, Colorado seeks a Special Education Generalist to begin duties August 19, 2015.
Position Summary: The Special Education Generalist creates a learning environment to encourage independence, self-motivation, self-direction, personal empowerment, and self-advocacy of children with disabilities.
Qualifications:
- A Bachelors or Masters Degree
- A current Colorado Teaching License with an endorsement as a Special Education Generalist or ability to obtain this license within the first 3 months of hire.
- Current First Aid/CPR Certification (instruction provided by the District).
- Current Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certification (instruction provided by the District).
Benefits:
- Health and Wellness Benefits
- Subsidized housing.
Contact:
Complete job description and application available at the Aspen School District recruiting website.
https://aspen.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
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Special Ed Teacher Needed!
Santa Clara, CA
Job Category: Special Education Teacher
Description:
Come join our growing team! School-based and full time!
MTC is a leading provider of school-age and early intervention services in speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, school psychologist and special education teachers. We partner with school districts to serve students with disabilities each year. The company was founded by Michael McBurnie, the former owner and President of Progressus Therapy and Medical Resources. We have been employing hundreds of therapists in fantastic roles and great locations for over 20 years. In the last several years we have grown from a small team in Southern CA to having highly skilled professionals throughout CA, CO, GA, FL, NV, NM & AZ!
Qualifications:
Special Education (Education Specialist Instruction) Credentials authorize the holder to teach in the disability areas of specialization such as Mild/Moderate Disabilities, Moderate/Severe Disabilities, Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Visual Impairments, Physical and Health Impairments, and Early Childhood Special Education. One or more of the authorizations may be listed on the document for service in the following settings:
- Special day classes
- Special schools
- Home/hospital settings
- Correctional facilities
- Nonpublic schools and agencies
- Resource rooms
Benefits:
As a MTC school-setting clinician, your benefits will include:
- Mentors for new grads thru our Foundations for Success program
- Strong Clinical Support team & local support!
- Competitive compensation
- Benefit packages which include med/dental/vision/401k and more!
- Professional development, licensure and professional association dues reimbursement
- CEU courses FREE to you throughout the year
- Approved CEU Provider
- High employee satisfaction, awesome pay!
- Strong leadership team
- A socially & environmentally friendly company
- Over 20 years experience in school-based therapy and early intervention
- $1,500 Referral bonus! Unlimited Referral Bonuses! *Ask us for details
FIND OUT WHY SO MANY THERAPISTS ARE MAKING THE SWITCH TO MTC!
Contact:
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Special Ed Teacher Needed!
Sonoma County, CA
Job Category: Special Education Teacher
Description:
Come join our growing team! In need of Special Ed Teachers in Santa Rosa, CA. School-based and full time!
As a MTC school-setting clinician, your benefits will include:
- Mentors for new grads thru our Foundations for Success program
- Strong Clinical Support team & local support!
- Competitive compensation
- Benefit packages which include med/dental/vision/401k and more!
- Professional development, licensure and professional association dues reimbursement
- CEU courses FREE to you throughout the year
- Approved CEU Provider
- High employee satisfaction, awesome pay!
- Strong leadership team
- A socially & environmentally friendly company
- Over 20 years experience in school-based therapy and early intervention
- $1,500 Referral bonus! Unlimited Referral Bonuses!
MTC is a leading provider of school-age and early intervention services in speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, school psychologist and special education teachers.
We partner with school districts to serve students with disabilities each year. The company was founded by Michael McBurnie, the former owner and President of Progressus Therapy and Medical Resources. We have been employing hundreds of therapists in fantastic roles and great locations for over 20 years.
Qualifications:
Special Education (Education Specialist Instruction) Credentials authorize the holder to teach in the disability areas of specialization such as Mild/Moderate Disabilities, Moderate/Severe Disabilities, Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Visual Impairments, Physical and Health Impairments, and Early Childhood Special Education. One or more of the authorizations may be listed on the document for service in the following settings:
- Special day classes
- Special schools
- Home/hospital settings
- Correctional facilities
- Nonpublic schools and agencies
- Resource rooms
Contact:
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Classroom Teacher
Charlottesville, VA
Job Category: Teacher
Description:
The Virginia Institute of Autism, a Charlottesville nonprofit helping people overcome the challenges of autism, is currently seeking Classroom Teacher for its James C. Hormel School program.
The Classroom Teacher works collaboratively with the Behavior Analyst in achieving the best possible outcomes for the students served and in creating a culture of excellence at the JCH School. He/she contributes to student programming by working in partnership with the BCBA for IEP development and implementation, program monitoring, parent and classroom communication, and summarizing student progress for reporting purposes.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree and a valid Virginia special education teaching license (adapted curriculum K-12 or with an endorsement in a specific disability area)
- One year of experience in the instruction of individuals with autism using the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA)
- Valid Driver's License
Benefits:
VIA provides the following benefits to exempt, salaried employees:
- 100% Employer paid Health Insurance (Employee only coverage)
- 100% Employer paid Life and Long Term-Disability Insurance
- Simple IRA retirement account with up to a 3% company match
- Group Dental
- Supplemental Insurance for Short-term Disability, Accident, and Cancer Insurance
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account(s)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid general and holiday leave
- Tuition/Conference Reimbursement
Contact:
For more information about this position and to apply, please visitwww.viaschool.org/employment
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Instructor
Charlottesville, VA
Job Category: Teaching Assistant
Description:
The Virginia Institute of Autism, a Charlottesville nonprofit helping people overcome the challenges of autism, is currently seeking Instructors for its James C. Hormel School program. Instructors must have a love for children, dedication to teaching, patience, and have the desire to change lives.
Specific responsibilities include: Instructors provide 1:1 behavior intervention and academic support to students between the ages of 2-22 and will report directly to a licensed behavior analyst. Instructors are responsible for implementing the specific ABA programs as written by the Behavior Analyst and clinical team. Instructors work with other instructors to collect data on student performance and may graph data and prepare student materials and curriculum as requested by the lead teacher and/or Behavior Analyst. He/she may be assigned to work with students in off-campus locations (e.g., inclusion settings, work sites, community-based instruction).
Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Valid driving license required
- High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor's Degree preferred
- At least 2 years of experience working with children or coursework in related field required
- Experience in the application of applied behavior analysis (ABA) in the education of students with autism is preferred
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential required within 90 days from start date in position
Benefits:
VIA PROVIDES THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS TO EXEMPT, SALARIED EMPLOYEES:
- 100% Employer paid Health Insurance (Employee only coverage)
- 100% Employer paid Life and Long Term-Disability Insurance
- Simple IRA retirement account with up to a 3% company match
- Group Dental
- Supplemental Insurance for Short-term Disability, Accident, and Cancer Insurance
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account(s)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid general and holiday leave
- Tuition/Conference Reimbursement
Contact:
For more information about this position and to apply, please visit our websitewww.viaschool.org/employment
Interested candidates may also mail a letter of interest, resume of relevant experience and names and contact information for three references to:
VIA Human Resources Generalist
P.O. Box 6127
Charlottesville, VA 22906
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Teachers of Special Education
Manassas, VA
Job Category: Teacher
BASIC FUNCTION/NATURE OF WORK:
The special education teacher's function is to develop and implement effective instructional practices based on the needs identified in students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). The teacher will develop, implement and monitor the students' Individualized Education Programs in collaboration with parents and other IEP Team members. The teacher will promote a collaborative relationship with school staff and parents that will foster inclusionary practices.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES/ILLUSTRATIVE EX OF WORK:
1. The duties and responsibilities of a special education teacher shall include the responsibilities of teachers as listed in Prince William County Public Schools Regulation 561.01-1, Certificated Personnel Responsibilities and Duties.
2. The teacher shall have knowledge of and adhere to federal, state and local laws and regulations governing the education of students with disabilities.
3. Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), plan curriculum, develop individualized lesson plans and prepare instructional materials that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of assigned students, considering the Virginia Standards of Learning, local requirements and physical, emotional, and academic levels of development.
4. Instruct students in all areas specified by the IEP.
5. Develop and implement a variety of effective teaching strategies and techniques; i.e., hands-on, student interaction, lecture, group work, etc., to present instructional content to the students.
6. Plan, integrate and utilize technology for classroom instruction.
7. Utilize assistive technology and specialized equipment.
8. Work with students to increase motivation, provide consistent reinforcement to learning, continuous assessment of level of functioning, and continuous feedback to students for all learning activities.
9. Develop and implement a plan for managing classroom behaviors in accordance with IEP using a variety of positive behavioral supports.
10. Participate in the development and implementation of Behavioral Intervention Plans using the Functional Behavior Assessment process.
11. Administer, interpret, and report standardized test results for purposes of evaluating educational progress and determining eligibility for special education.
12. Participate in staff, department and special education committee meetings as required.
13. Maintain a system of record keeping and data collection following required procedures as outlined in the Special Education Manual.
14. Compile and maintain special education component of Student Education Record as outlined in the Special Education Manual.
15. Complete Prince William County Public Schools' 30-hour staff development requirement.
16. Participate in specialized staff development activities to improve job related skills and apply "best practices" in working with students with disabilities.
17. In a co-teaching situation, collaborate with general education classroom teacher to assess program effectiveness, recommend instructional strategies, ensure implementation of student's required accommodations and/or modifications, provide curriculum coordination between general and special education, and evaluate the student's educational progress.
18. Consult with general education teacher regarding instructional and behavioral strategies for assigned students in general education classes.
19. Inform general education teachers of accommodations and modifications required by the students' IEPs.
20. Plan and supervise assignments for teacher assistant(s) and/or other volunteer(s).
21. Perform other duties within the limits of special education regulation as assigned by the Principal.
Vacancies may include teachers of students with Autism, Hearing Impairment,Learning Disabilities, Emotional Disturbance, and Intellectual Disabilities; sign language interpreter III. View current vacancies at https://jobs.pwcs.edu/Jobs/ .
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree preferred. Bachelor's degree required. PWCS is interested in candidates with ESL and bilingual credentials and foreign language fluency.
STATE REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
Hold a Virginia teaching certificate with endorsements in the area of disability served. In lieu of complete endorsement, a conditional license may be granted if the teacher is working toward complete endorsement at a rate of a minimum of six (6) semester hours per year.
Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) does not discriminate in employment or in its educational programs and activities against qualified individuals on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. PWCS provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
BENEFITS:
- Extensive professional learning
- Tuition reimbursement
- Retirement contribution matching
- Many career pathways
- Leadership opportunities
CONTACT:
Prince William County Public Schools
703.791.8050
Email:recruit@pwcs.edu
Job Listing:https://jobs.pwcs.edu/Jobs/
Website:http://www.pwcs.edu
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Education Therapist
Irving, Texas
Job Category: Teacher for Brain Injured patients
Education Therapist for Brain Injury Rehab
Are you a self-motivated, high energy educator looking for a great team? Do you want to make a very real difference in the lives of people recovering from brain injury? Centre for Neuro Skills (CNS) may be looking for you! CNS has a full-time Education Therapist position available in Irving, TX.
Work Monday – Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm, as you:
- Test and evaluate patients using formal and informal methods.
- Develop and implement individual educational goals and treatment plans for assigned patients.
- Employ academic courses of study and methods to enhance academic levels.
- Review and revise programs as necessary.
- Attend and report verbally or in writing in conferences
- Prepare conference summaries/reports for each assigned patient.
Benefit/Compensation Package includes:
- Competitive Salary
- PTO for vacation and sick time
- Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Life insurance plans
- Short and Long Term Disability packages
- 401k
- Training and education opportunities
Email resume WITH SALARY REQUIREMENTS to hrtx@neuroskills.com.
Requirements:
Prefer Bachelors degree in related subject, certification in Special Education and experience working with special needs.
Benefits:
- Health, Life and Dental insurance
- 401k Program
- Paid Time Off Accrual
- Continuing education
- Monday - Friday work days
- 9 paid holidays
- Great team!
Contact:
Centre for Neuro Skills
Send resume to hrtx@neuroskills.com or fax to 972-255-3162.
Website:nueroskills.com
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Autism Case Manager and Staff Supervisor
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Job Category: Autism
Description:
A position is available for an autism specialist with training as a special educator, speech-language pathologist or psychologist. Expertise is required in providing direct intervention to adults with mild to moderate autism spectrum disorder. The staff member will provide oversight of a private trans disciplinary intervention program for a young male adult with mild to moderate autism in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Contract duration is annual renewable.
This staff member will liaise between senior intervention consultants in USA and the local team comprised of special educator, SLP, OT and ABA. Services are provided both in the home and in the community. Supervisory experience is required.
Job Duties:
- Implement intervention designed by USA consultants.
- Observe, oversee and participate in work conducted by local intervention team.
- Assist the local team in modifying intervention as client masters goals and objectives.
- Assist with and oversee writing and implementation of daily, weekly and long-term lesson / unit plans.
- Assist personal care staff in implementing more advanced learning goals as client increases independence in all activities of daily living.
- Oversee data collection across all disciplines, in conjunction with ABA.
- Maintain record keeping and reporting file which clearly documents progress made by client.
- Oversee daily and weekly planning meetings conducted with local team and assure consistency across all disciplines as team implements plans.
- Report, in a timely fashion, progress monitoring data to the consultant team.
- Meet at least bi-weekly with consultant team via teleconference.
- Meet with and report to the client's family as required.
- Serve as substitute for an intervention team member in the direct delivery of instruction if one of the team members should be on leave or absent.
Requirements:
- Master's degree in appropriate area
- At least 2 years' experience teaching young adults with autism
- Familiarity and experience with principles of applied behavior analysis
- Flexibility
- Extremely organized
- Excellent communication skills
- Team player
- Willingness to travel with the family.
Benefits:
Tax exempt salary in Saudi Arabia, 30 days paid annual leave with air tickets, relocation to Riyadh, free furnished housing, transportation and medical care, end of service award.
Contact:
Dr. Mohammed Mughrabi,
m.adnanalmughrabi@yahoo.com
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Special Education Teachers
Phoenix, AZ
Job Category: Education
Description:
Legacy Traditional Schools has openings for Special Education Teachers for the 2015-2016 school year! The Special Education Teacher provides individualized instruction to all Special Education students based on services needs identified on an individualized education plan while maintaining compliance on all Special Education paperwork.
Requirements:
Minimum qualifications for Special Education Teachers: Bachelor degree, must be highly-qualified, Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card, current Special Education teaching certificate.
Benefits:
Employment includes a comprehensive benefits package; tuition reimbursement; 6% employer 401K match, and school subsidized insurance contribution.
Contact:
Apply online at www.LegacyTraditional.org
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Special Education Teachers
Tucson, AZ
Job Category: Special Education Teacher
Description:
Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Qualification:
- Familiar with Special Education Laws
- Ability to work in team environment
- Familiar with needs of Elementary School Aged Students
- Able to develop and implement IEP'S
- Good communication and organizational skills
LICENSES / CERTIFICATION:
- Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate in subject area (Special Education Certificate)
- Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Structured English Immersion Endorsement (SEI)
Benefits:
9 month contracted position; 6 IEP days; Salary: $32,096 - $40,271; Additional $2,000 stipend for hard to fill;
Contact:
Please apply on-line at WWW.Maranausd.org.
For more information contact Human Resources at 520-682-3243
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Special Education Teachers- All Areas
Stafford, Virginia
Job Category: Special Education Teacher
Description:
Stafford County Public Schools is actively recruiting and hiring special education teachers in the areas of autism, learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities and multiple disabilities.
Requirements:
Must hold or be eligible for a valid special education teaching license which meets the Commonwealth of Virginia requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned.
Benefits:
Please visit our website at www.staffordschools.net to learn more about out school division and benefits we have to offer which does include the Virginia Retirement System, health benefits, Sick and
Personal leave
Contact:
Please submit our on line Licensed and Professional Application at www.staffordschools.net
Stafford County Public Schools
31 Stafford Ave
Stafford, Va 22554
540-658-6560
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Special Education Teacher
Phoenix/Tucson
Job Category: Certified special education teacher(s)
Description:
We are a private special education company providing an array of services to charter schools in Arizona. We currently have two full time positions open in north Phoenix in a resource setting with assistance support.
Come join our team.
Requirements:
- Certified in any state with application to the Arizona Department of Education within the first year.
- Highly qualified status in special education.
- Must be proficient in developing IEP's, and MET's. Must be able to coordinate all meetings and be team player.
Benefits:
Our starting pay is $40,000 with 50% insurance coverage for benefits including medical, vision and dental.
Contact:
Jayne Shaw
jshaw@integrateded.net
Visit our webpage: www.integrateded.com
602-721-7390
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Special Education Coordinator, Full time
Los Angeles, California
Job Category: Full Time
DESCRIPTION:
Catapult Learning is a leading provider of contracted educational services to schools and districts nationwide. For more than 37 years, Catapult Learning and our predecessor companies have partnered with education institutions, government agencies and community groups to provide outcomes-based learning programs that are tailored to individual student needs and that produce positive academic results. Catapult programs employ over 5,000 full? and part-time staff members and have now served more than 1 million students cumulatively.
The Catapult Academy represents the company's latest effort to partner with school districts across the country to serve students who either left high school without a diploma or are at-risk of leaving.
The Catapult Academy "recovers" students and engages them in a "tailor-made" course of study which accelerates the completion of the diploma. Currently, there are thirty-five academies throughout Florida and Georgia helping over two thousand students to "launch their futures."
Summary:
Coordinates Exceptional Student Education program planning, evaluation, and services for students with disabilities in a blended instructional model for students 16-21 years old in an alternative educational setting. Support teachers and administrative personnel in the provision of programs and services for students with disabilities. Must be able work with students that may have academic, social, and personal challenges.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Oversee entire Special Education programs in assigned area
- Ensure that all student IEPs are current for all students with special needs
- Ensure that notices for IEP meetings are distributed in a timely fashion to permit responses from parents/guardians, students, staff and involved school district personnel
- Work collegially with the District's ESE/Special Education personnel to ensure optimum services for all identified students
- Keep staff updated on all laws, policies and procedures of working with students with special needs through regularly scheduled in-services
- Develop social/emotional goals of assigned students on an as needed basis
- Provide teaching staff instructional modifications needed for students with special needs
- Provide instructional strategies and behavioral consultation to teaching staff
- Conduct individual/group pull-outs for students needing additional assistance
- Assist with and/or supervise ALL District-wide testing programs
- Demonstrate knowledge of the IEP (specifically, transition statements, plans and implementation
- Perform other duties as assigned
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in education field. Minimum of two years experience in a professional development support role along with related supervisory experience. Must be able to teach all basic skills or other related areas and interact with students and administrators.
OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Possess the ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Demonstrate exceptional oral and written communications skills
- Must demonstrate positive and enthusiastic attitude towards internal and external customers
- Must be flexible; ability to work a varied schedule during the school day.
- Possess working knowledge of Microsoft Office software
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Light lifting, walking, climbing stairs. Most programs are in school settings
Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/78wd6sz
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High School Social Science Teacher
Coconut Creek, FL
Job Category: Teacher
Description:
- Ability to articulate the Mission, Vision, and Values of the school and Meritas, both verbally and in writing
- Comprehensive knowledge of curriculum and instruction within the appropriate content area and/or grade level
- Ability to function as a student achievement advocate and advisor
- In depth understanding of all elements, goals, instructional best practice strategies, embodied in the Meritas Academic Plan (MAP), as well as the ability to clearly articulate the plan to parents and students.
- Outstanding listening skills
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
- Highly developed presentation skills
- Effective organizational skills including but not limited to lesson planning, implementing units of study, differentiating instruction, designing and implementing assessments
- Ability to monitor student progress and report information in a timely manner
- Ability to manage, delegate and monitor tasks
- Ability to mentor and coach students
- Highly developed collaborative leadership skills and the ability to work well with and through others
- Ability to prioritize and to expend allotted resources in alignment with stated academic priorities
- Ability to foster and maintain a positive school climate
- Sense of humor
Requirements:
- Implement the established curriculum as described in the NBPS curriculum maps
- Maintain and update curriculum maps on Atlas Rubicon
- Select and plan appropriate learning and teaching activities that are in alignment with NBPS standards and the Meritas Academic Plan
- Know and use a wide range of assessment strategies consistent with course content and objectives.
- Provide reports on student progress and maintain open communication with ensuring that these reports are accurate and constructive
- Differentiate instruction and assessment to meet the diverse needs of students
- Develop lessons that engage students in higher order thinking (refer to Bloom's Taxonomy).
- Use learning resources and technology to enhance lessons where appropriate
- Maintain accurate records
Contact:
Brandon Boston - bostonb@nbps.org
Visit our website : www.nbps.org
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Self Contained Classroom Special Education Teacher
Phoenix, AZ (multiple locations)
Job Category: Special Education Teacher
Description:
$46,000/year with 16 weeks off. Special Education Teachers needed in Arizona (Phoenix and surrounding cities). Needs are in the self-contained setting serving students with emotional disabilities (ED), Autism (A), Severe/Profound (S/P), and Intellectual Disabilities (ID). STARS is the largest school contract agency in AZ. STARS is therapist owned and operated. You will be an employee and receive full benefits (see below). With a proven track record, STARS is able to offer you an unbeatable support system and resources. STARS is hiring for the 2015-2016 school year. STARS places Special Education Teachers throughout the Phoenix, Tucson and the surrounding area public schools.
Requirements:
Certification through the AZDOE, in Special Education
Arizona Fingerprint Card through AZDPS
We will help you get the credentials needed and reimburse you for the cost.
Benefits:
16 weeks off, 100% Company paid Health, Dental, and Life Insurance, $1,000/year Continuing Ed Money, Paid DOE Certification Fees, Paid NASET Dues, Spanish Immersion trip, Hawaii Trip for two, 401K, 125 Plan, Direct Deposit, Evaluation tools and treatment supplies, Two company sponsored parties with professional entertainment, Company newsletter, STARS sponsored dinner meetings with national/local speakers, Yearly raises, Referral bonuses, Moving $, Birthday gifts and other appreciation throughout the year, Genuine Appreciation
YOU WILL FEEL LIKE A STAR!!!
Contact:
Brian Paulsen, COO, Telephone: 480.221.2573
Please email your resume to: Jobs@StudentTherapy.com
Apply Online at StudentTherapy.com, we would love to hear from you!