Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW

We have three openings available!

Special Education Teacher: Elementary Inclusion 

Special Education Teacher: Alternative School (Middle School/High School Level) 

Special Education Teacher ABA Day Care 

The Special Education Teacher will create and maintain a superior academic environment by developing and implementing a classroom structure consistent with the needs of each student and the classroom in its entirety. Some responsibilities include developing and implementing lesson plans, meet and instruct classes, write and implement IEPs, initiate student evaluations and document progress, create an instructional environment for appropriate development of students, and collaborate effectively with related-services staff to address the students’ needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and implement lesson plans and modify instruction to meet the individual needs of students
Provide behavioral management
Monitor, evaluate and report on students' progress
Attend and participate in meetings

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

Bachelor's degree and at least 3 months of related teaching experience (i.e. student teaching, internships, etc.)
Valid state special education certificate
Preferred experience working with students with a wide range of disabilities
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

STATE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

 
Maryland -

Must have or be eligible for a conditional, standard professional or advanced certification with Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) at time of appointment. Candidates with a conditional certification must obtain standard professional or advanced certification within two to four years of starting in teaching role, as determined by MSDE evaluation of the individual's credentials. Must maintain MSDE certification requirements throughout tenure in position.
Current MSDE certification and/or experience working with students with autism spectrum disorder and emotional disabilities strongly preferred.
Preferred

Other Requirements

Must be able to always adhere to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries

Physical Requirements

Must have visual and hearing acuity.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting
Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance

Age

Must be 18 years or older

Language

Must be able to speak, write, read, and understand English

Work Environment

Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions
Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.

Job Tags

Full time, Internship

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