Sheppard Pratt School in Lanhamis a nonpublic special education day school providing educational therapeutic and daily living services to students ages 5 to 21. Our tailored programs cater to individuals with autism spectrum disorder intellectual disabilities multiple disabilities and other health impairments ensuring each student receives the support they need to thrive. Every aspect of our school is carefully crafted to meet the unique needs of our students. From the moment students enter our doors they are greeted by the warm smiles of our dedicated staff and surrounded by sensory-engaging elements like bubble tables and 50-gallon fish tank.
What to expect.
This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated special education teacher. You will beresponsible for providing specialized instruction support and accommodations to students with diverse learning needs and disabilities.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Creating a positive and inclusive learning environmentwhere all students feel valued respected and supported in their academic and social-emotional development.
- Developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEP)for students with disabilities in collaboration with parents school administrators and support staff.
- Planning and implementingevidence-based instructionthat meets the developmental emotional and behavioral needs and learning styles of thevarious student populations
- Differentiating instructionto meet unique academic social-emotional and behavioral needs of students with disabilities.
- Collaborating with the behavioral and clinical teamsto develop and implement plans for students with behavioral needs.
What youll get from us.
At Sheppard Pratt you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:
- A commitment to ongoing training and education including a robust tuition reimbursement program.
- Comprehensive retirement medical dental and vision benefits.
- Generous paid-time-off and flexible scheduling.
- Complimentary employee assistance program.
- And more!
What we need from you.
- Bachelors degree.
- Must have an MSDE educator license in special education or other content area as appropriate for the assignmentORbe able to demonstrate eligibility to apply for licensure within 30 days of employment.
- 3 months of progressively more responsible work experience.
Sheppard Pratts mission-driven culture offers an environment where you can explore what motivates you both professionally and personally. Impact opportunities include hospitals special education schools residential programs outpatient centers and more. We offer continuing education tuition reimbursement and career development programs to facilitate your professional growth. Together we can put your purpose to work.