July 2015 - Special Educator e-Journal
Table of Contents
Update from the U.S. Department of Education
Partnering with Families of Students with Disabilities, Understanding the Concerns and Enabling Parental Involvement.
Buzz from the Hub
Legislative Announcements, Calls to Participate and New Projects
Latest Employment Opportunities Posted on NASET
Upcoming Conferences and Events
Funding Forecast and Award Opportunities
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Special Education Classroom Teacher
Ridgely, MD
Job Category: Special Education Classroom Teacher
Description:
Provides instruction to students with developmental disabilities in education, vocational, functional and self-help, social-emotional, and behavioral areas.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Implement the current Individual Education Plan with updates as necessary.
- Supervise children in areas assigned and according to behavioral management plans designated.
- Evaluate each assigned child's attainment of goals as stated in the IEP.
- Submits progress and other reports as required by the school program or requested by School administrators.
- Implement strategies and provides materials and equipment as appropriate for the population served.
- Complete, in advance, and maintain lesson plans, protocol and schedules for daily planning.
- Maintain records as required by Federal and State Laws/Bylaws as well as confidentiality of records.
- Attend and participates in faculty meetings, interviews, inservice sessions, Parent conferences and other activities as required by the school calendar and/or School administration.
- Supervise and documents performance of classroom staff with follow-up on goals and outcomes of performance/coaching lessons.
- Attend annual review and other requested/required meetings for children enrolled at The Benedictine School upon request.
- Administer state testing to students as directed by School administration and submit documentation in a timely manner.
Requirements:
- Must have Bachelor's degree and valid teaching certificate in Special Education meeting the Highly Qualified criteria.
- A Conditional Certificate, valid for two years, may be requested by the Educational Director for an individual with a BA/BS who does not yet meet the certification requirements for a Standard Professional certificate or Highly Qualified criteria. This individual would be required to meet the requirements for the renewal of the Conditional Certificate until a SPC or APC is obtained and to meet the criteria for Highly Qualified.
Benefits:
- Live and work on the beautiful Eastern Shore of Maryland.
- Enjoy a 223 day school year calendar.
- Work in a highly collaborative environment with a supportive and positive culture.
Contact:
Maggie Prado
Associate Director, Recruitment and Training
Submit resume via email to employment@benschool.org
Visit www.benschool.org to learn more about the history and the inspiring mission of The Benedictine School.
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Special Education Teacher
Woodland Hills, CA Multiple locations, please see below
Job Category: Teacher
Description:
The Special Education Teacher provides individualized education programs to students. The teacher is responsible for developing, implementing and relating the daily activities of the students to the core curriculum. Through continuous collaboration with a variety of individuals and groups, including parents, district and county personnel and various agencies, the Teacher provides for the academic, social and emotional growth of each student by using a variety of instructional strategies. The Teacher continually assesses each student's progress to maximize his or her fullest potential.
Essential Job Functions:
- Provide direct and indirect instructional support to students in a positive environment
- Employ special education strategies and techniques during instruction in combination with Applied Behavior Analysis to implement the IEPs of students
- Instruct students in academic subjects using a variety of techniques
- Teach socially acceptable behavior
- Modify the general education curriculum for students with disabilities based upon research based methodologies
- Implement the BIPs of all students according to best practices in ABA
- Provide support and direction to teaching assistants in the classroom to promote a safe environment that is conducive to learning for all students
- Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers and other professionals to develop IEPs designed to promote students' development
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to teaching assistants and students
- Maintain accurate and complete student records and prepare reports on students and activities, as required by laws, district policies and administrative regulations
- Provide crisis intervention, as needed, and as individual training level permits
- Assist in collection of data for providing appropriate classroom interventions
- Maintain professional competence by participating in staff development activities, curriculum development meetings, and other professional opportunities
- Perform related work as required
- Complete advanced training in applied behavior analysis
- Special Education Teachers needed in multiple locations: Woodland Hills, CA ; Phoenix, Chandler, AZ ; Alexandria, VA ; Fresno, Los Angeles, Arcadia, Garden Grove, CA ; Austin, San Antonio, Corpus Christi, TX ;
Requirements:
- State Licensure in Special Education for grades k-12 with Autism Endorsement or appropriate certification to teach students with Autism
- Experience teaching or student teaching special education students including the development of curriculum , modification of curriculum and the development of the IEP process
- Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and other research based methodologies for teaching students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Ability to maintain appropriate records, work and communicate effectively with students, parents, school districts and administrators
- Physical abilities to effectively work with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders who may have behavioral challenges so that the safety of the students and staff are assured.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Exceptional training program
- Educational Assistance Program, Master's in Psychology program and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) preparation program, licensure internship hours
- For qualifying employees, benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending program, 401K, earned paid vacation, sick and holiday pay, educational assistance program and corporate discount programs
- 2 weeks Paid Time Off (PT0) and Paid Holiday Break Schedule
- 1 week paid sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Paid CEUs and conferences
- Discretionary signing bonus
- Discretionary shared bonus plan
- Work in conjunction with the local Clinical Manager
Contact:
Nilou Khosravi
n.khosravi@centerforautism.com
818-345-2345 Ext. 1024
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Special Education Teacher (Middle or High School)
Heathsville, VA
Job Category: Special Education Teacher (Middle or High School)
Special Education Teacher Northumberland Middle School or Northumberland High School
Ability to work in inclusion/collaborative instructional setting
Requirements:
Virginia License with Endorsement in Special Education from VDOE
Benefits:
Salary commensurate with experience
Contact:
Dr. Holly Wargo
Assistant Superintendent of Instruction
Northumberland County Public Schools
2172 Northumberland Highway
Lottsburg, VA 22511
(804) 529-6134 Phone
(804) 529-6449
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Special Education Teacher – Communication Disorders Collaborative
Keene, New Hampshire
Job Category: Special Education Teacher
Description:
Fuller Elementary School, located in Keene, New Hampshire, is looking for a Special Education Teacher for the Communication Disorders Collaborative (CDC). The ideal candidate will have experience teaching students that have communication disorders, often involving social/pragmatic language weakness, along with knowledge of the special education process and writing measurable IEP goals. Many of the students present with characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Qualifications:
Must have New Hampshire certification in Special Education or be eligible to become certified. Elementary Education endorsement and/or Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities endorsement also preferred.
This is a full-time position and includes excellent benefits. A full job description is available on our website www.sau29.org.
To apply, visit our website at www.sau29.org and complete our on-line application. If you have any questions, please email us at hr@sau29.org, or call us at 603-357-9008.
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Special Education Teacher - $125K Salary
New York
Job Category: Teaching
Earn a $125,000 salary and join a team of master teachers at The Equity Project (TEP) Charter School, recently featured on the front page of the New York Times: (http://www.tepcharter.org/nytimes.php).
TEP is a 480-student 5th through 8th grade middle school in the Washington Heights neighborhood of New York City.
Open Positions: Science Teacher, Social Studies Teacher, English Language Arts Teacher, Special Education Teacher, Mathematics Teacher, Physical Education Teacher & Music Teacher
Learn more and apply today athttp://www.tepcharter.org/apply.php
Also, we invite you to learn more about TEP Charter School and about teaching at the school on our Prospective Teacher Information Session: http://www.tepcharter.org/session-for-teachers.php.
Compensation:
$125,000 salary (commensurate with experience + potential annual bonus, full benefits package)
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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!
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Informational Technology Resource Teacher
Annandale, VA
Job Category: Resource Teacher
Description:
The Instructional Technology Resource Teacher (ITRT) is a full time, 10-month salaried employee who will work with students, faculty, and the administration to facilitate the integration of technology into all areas of instruction at Oakwood School. Oakwood is a K-8 school for students with average to above average potential who have mild to moderate learning disabilities without significant behavioral or emotional issues.
Responsibilities:
- Integration of technology into the curriculum:
- Collaborate with teachers to coordinate lessons that integrate the use of technology to attain curricular goals and enhance multisensory instruction
- Directly instruct students in the use of various software, hardware, and online resources, as well as computer basics such as keyboarding and file organization).
- Training and reinforcement of the use of technology by teachers and students:
- Directly instruct teachers and support personnel in the use of technology resources.
- Act as a resource to teachers by researching and suggesting specific applications and tools to enhance classroom projects and activities.
- Keeping current on technological developments and researching new technology trends:
- Monitor new uses or upgrades to current technologies in order to strengthen the use of existing resources.
- Research and initiate implementation of new technologies including software, hardware, and online teaching tools.
Expectations:
- Collaboration:
- Working and communicating with the entire "team" to serve students (including parents, teachers, supervisors, professionals, and therapists, etc.)
- Modeling:
- Working with teachers in their classes to model best practices in integrating technology into all facets of the program.
- Vision:
- Helping to develop and cast vision for the future and how to help our students and teachers move forward in the use of technology.
Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a minimum of a bachelor's degree
- Current Teacher License: Collegiate Professional Certificate minimum
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working with students who have learning disabilities
- Understanding of and ability to teach students how to use assistive technology
- Strong written and oral communication skills
Contact:
Dean Topodas
703-941-5788
703-941-4186(f)
oakwood@oakwoodschool.com
www.oakwoodschool.com
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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!
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Special Education Teacher - $125K Salary
New York
Job Category: Teaching
Description:
Earn a $125,000 salary and join a team of master teachers at The Equity Project (TEP) Charter School, recently featured on the front page of the New York Times: (http://www.tepcharter.org/nytimes.php).
TEP is a 480-student 5th through 8th grade middle school in the Washington Heights neighborhood of New York City.
Open Positions:
- Science Teacher
- Social Studies Teacher
- English Language Arts Teacher
- Special Education Teacher
- Mathematics Teacher
- Physical Education Teacher
- Music Teacher
Learn more and apply today at: http://www.tepcharter.org/apply.php
Also, we invite you to learn more about TEP Charter School and about teaching at the school on our Live Online Information Session (link below):
http://www.tepcharter.org/info-session-for-teachers.php
Benefits:
$70,000 - 125,000 salary (commensurate with experience + potential annual bonus, full benefits package)
To Apply:
http://www.tepcharter.org/apply.php