Special Education Teacher - Therapeutic School

Job Summary

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About the role

A Special Education Teacher coordinates the instructional programs, services, and plans of students with developmental disabilities and severe behavior problems in the school environment, sometimes in a one-to-one capacity.

Responsibilities

• Classroom Management: Provide research-based specialized instruction and execute educational programs to include structured activities, personalized training programs, and support planning.
• Student Development: Assess student progress and determine the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques.
• Communication: Engage in clear, effective, and relevant written and verbal communication, relaying critical information, updates, and concerns in an interactive and customer service minded manner.
• Engagement: Interact directly with students to promote independence in the areas of communication, self-help, social skills, and functional living skills. Facilitate student participation, offer positive reinforcement, provide tailored support, collaborate with others, and ensure continuity of care.
• Safety and Health: Ensure the environment is safe and nurturing, intervene in crises, monitor health concerns, report incidents, and act swiftly in emergencies.
• People Management: Guide and direct team members to achieve individual and collective goals to ensure open communication, provide constructive feedback, and foster a supportive work environment conducive to professional growth. Uphold company policies, promote teamwork, and strive to maintain high levels of morale and productivity amongst all.
• Professional Responsibility: Adhere to code of conduct and company policies, review published communications, escalate concerns through chain of command, and ensure confidentiality.

Requirements

• Dependability, reliability, responsibility and are highly ethical
• Emotional control and composure that allows you to quickly assess situations and make appropriate decisions, especially in emergencies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to demonstrate interpersonal skills and effective listening techniques
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills that allow you to multi-task effectively while being acutely aware of surroundings
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Collaborative teamwork skills to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Qualifications

You are a great fit for this role if you have knowledge and abilities in:

• Knowledge of special education principles and practices
• Ability to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs)
• Experience working with students with developmental disabilities and severe behavior problems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to company policies

Skills

• Special education teaching skills
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet individual student needs
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and families
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Benefits

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