SPED Teacher $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
About the role
Shine on as a SPED teacher Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, is a premier provider of education services for K-12 students who require additional supports to overcome challenges that impede success in a traditional school setting. SESI partners with school districts to run in-district classrooms and standalone schools that meet the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of special and alternative education students. Partnering with over 600 school districts nationwide, SESI serves more than 7,000 students. Join our team members who shine a positive light on our students and uncover the unique learner within. Have a profound impact, grow, learn, and thrive as part of our team.
Responsibilities
- Work with a diverse group of students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Teach knowledge and skills, nurture confidence and character, and provide individualized attention to meet the needs of all students.
- Use assessment data to modify short- and long-term plans to promote students’ academic performance.
- Develop and maintain skill-appropriate lesson plans.
- Collaborate with team members to foster an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor.
- Apply the school’s behavior support and intervention strategies.
- Implement de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical restraint if necessary to maintain the safety of students and team members.
- Drive, record, and track student growth and progress toward goals; develop and maintain required forms and files.
- Participate in the school’s daily functions (e.g., morning, lunch, afternoon supervisory duties), as well as conferences, meetings, and training.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning; valid teaching certification preferred.
- Commitment to learning and implementing feedback.
- Ability to adapt and remain flexible in a dynamic educational environment.
- Physical requirements: ability to run short distances and move swiftly in response to student needs, including bending, kneeling, and crouching; ability to lift and assist students with mobility challenges, often requiring handling of up to 50 pounds or more; skill in managing fine motor tasks such as helping students with writing, manipulating small objects, or using adaptive devices; ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to 8 hours daily; capacity to remain calm and composed during physically and emotionally demanding situations, ensuring student safety and well‑being.
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee assistance program
- Mental health support
- Fertility and family building support
- Paid training, tuition reimbursement, and credentialing support
- Smaller class sizes in diverse educational settings
Pay
Posted Salary Range: USD $60,000.00 - USD $65,000.00 /Yr.