Texas Certified Special Education Secondary Math Teacher

About the role

The Monarch School and Institute offers an innovative, therapeutic education for individuals with neurological differences. Our Professional Educator plays a crucial role in supporting student growth across four core goal areas using the Monarch Integrated Methodology.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Monarch Integrated Methodology to strengthen relationship development with all students.
• Support student growth in each of the four core goals of The Monarch School.
• Work collaboratively with the Therapy Services department and Therapeutic Support faculty to ensure consistent language, actions, and experiences for students.
• Learns and implements curriculum models such as social mapping, cognitive coaching, relationship development (DIR®), sensory integration, reflective teaching, problem-based learning, and academic focus areas.
• Plans and implements lessons addressing individual differences and student learning styles.
• Safeguards and coordinates students' therapeutic agendas in collaboration with the Leadership Team.
• Reports student progress in designated formats at specific intervals and in a timely manner.
• Supervises lunch, carpool, off-campus activities, and community/Greenstones meetings as scheduled or as necessary.
• Facilitates a Student Committee, if assigned.
• Builds the Monarch community by supporting extracurricular and social events beyond the school day.
• Collaborates with the Program Director to set and attain yearly goals.
• Participates in continuing professional education as directed by the Program Director.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree.
• Valid Teaching Certification to meet state requirements.
• Certification in Special Education.
• Certification in grade-appropriate (e.g., 6-12) secondary Math.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Teacher with sufficient time spent in the teaching of special education (preferred).

Expectations

• Learn and implement the Monarch Integrated Methodology to strengthen relationship development with all students.
• Collaborate with the Therapy Services department and Therapeutic Support faculty to ensure consistent language, actions, and experiences for students.
• Develop and implement student treatment plans.
• Support and coordinate students' therapeutic agenda in coordination with Leadership Team.
• Report student progress in designated formats at specific intervals and in a timely manner.
• Supervise students/learners at all times.
• Facilitate a Student Committee, if assigned.
• Build the Monarch community by supporting extracurricular and social events beyond the school day.
• Collaborate with the Program Director to set and attain yearly goals.
• Participate in continuing professional education as directed by the Program Director.

Skills

• Cooperative team skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Broad knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Promethean board, Google apps, and web-based learning.

Working Conditions

• Wide variety of challenges and deadlines.
• Emotionally rewarding but stressful environment.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Frequent standing, kneeling, stooping, and bending.
• Ability to move desk, classroom equipment, and adaptive equipment.
• Highly professional, confidential, and friendly environment.