Project SEARCH Teacher

About the role

KenCrest is seeking a Project SEARCH Teacher to support the Employment Program's Project SEARCH internship rotations at Phoenixville Hospital.

Responsibilities

• Connect with Phoenixville Hospital, Employment Support Specialists, and student interns with disabilities to improve the quality of training and student learning in core content areas.
• Provide specially designed instruction to support student interns’ skill development during experiential learning rotations within the host business.
• Communicate routinely and effectively with stakeholders, collaborate within the cross systems planning team, and assist in developing paid employment outcomes for student interns.
• Seek an appropriate community job site consistent with the students’ interests and skills, and determine and refer to appropriate community support services for training and successful employment after successful completion of the internship cycle.

Requirements

• Teaching Degree including Special Education Certification in the State of Pennsylvania, required.
• Professional knowledge and proven use of effective teaching strategies and curriculum-based assessments.
• A strong desire to work with at-risk students.
• To meet all PA Department of ED standards, including IEP development, meeting and evaluation completion within required timelines.
• To provide instruction in functional academic skills that will support future employment, independence, and skills of daily living.

Qualifications

• Must have a Driver’s License and a clean driving record.

Benefits

Offering a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for professional growth!

Pay

Competitive salary

Schedule

Full Time Mon - Fri, Flexible Schedule 10-Month Position (August through June)