Education SpecialistSpecial Education Teacher
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Job Location:
San Diego, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 75000 - 85000
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Description
Is this job for you
Do you feel as though you have been unable to truly make progress and leave an impact on your students due to large caseloads endless paperwork and staffing shortages
Are you a credentialed teacher who would like to work in a small supportive environment with mentorship in writing goals writing behavior plans and creating meaningful academic and life skill programs
Do you have an out of state teaching credential looking to move to better weather and need help getting credentialed in California
Come join our team!
Who are we
ACES Academy is a Non-public school (NPS) owned and operated by ACES a national provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services. Established in 2004 ACES Academy serves students in first grade through transition age (18-22) with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and/or other disabilities. Our school is in Hillcrest right in the heart of San Diego. Students are referred to our NPS by their home school district through the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) team process. The program at ACES Academy is individualized to meet each students unique needs and is based on the students IEP. We use ABA methodologies and evidence-based research to create interventions that lead to meaningful life changes. We offer a functional curriculum and a certificate of completion upon transition program graduation.
Why our school
- You are guaranteed a small caseload. We have 14 students currently in the school split between two teachers.
- We have a collaborative approach and we rely heavily on teamwork. We have a small team of one director two teachers and one assistant teacher who are there to support you.
- All our paras are certified Registered Behavior Technicians so you will be working with a team of competent and well-trained staff.
- The teachers lead a weekly hour-long staff meeting providing you with ample time to fully train staff discuss student successes progress and areas of concern.
- You have the flexibility to customize and individualize programming student schedules and curriculum to maximize progress.
- You will have flexible planning time throughout the day allowing for stress-free evenings and weekends.
- We have an amazing full-time assistant teacher who assists with making visuals materials and all school related things.
- Work phone and laptop will be provided promoting a healthy work- life balance.
- Teachers receive a generous budget to purchase materials supplies and reinforcing items.
What youll do:
- Provide instruction in small group or 1:1 settings to students with disabilities
- Implement an instructional curriculum and materials designed for students with moderate/severe disabilities
- Train and oversee a team of Behavioral Interventionists implementing educational and behavioral programs
- Plan and facilitate weekly staff meetings
- Create and implement student IEPs
- Collaborate with other providers including other Education Specialists OT SLP District Case Managers and Director
- Complete progress reports and ACES Academy documentation
- Attend and present IEP meetings
- Set up maintain and analyze student electronic data systems
- Responsible for communication with parents and guardians about programming challenges and successes
What youll love:
- Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance and 401k
- Paid time off paid sick time and paid holidays
- Being mentored by top professionals in the ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) Industry
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Must have valid California Education Specialist- Moderate/Severe Credential preliminary or cleared. **If you have an out of state Special Education Certification we can assist in helping you get certified in California. **
- Must have knowledge of Applied Behavioral Analysis and assistive technology BCBA preferred
- Must have knowledge of a variety of instructional strategies and curriculums that are effective with students across a variety of disabilities
- Ability to write implement and oversee implementation of all IEP documents including present levels goals Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) modifications and accommodations.
- Must be willing to adhere to the principles of confidentiality and to comply with all mandated training and ethical guidelines
- Proficiency with personal computer and various software application
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force and lift/move up to 15 pounds
Ability to sit for long periods of time (up to 3 hours at a time) during the scheduled workday
Additional Information
ACES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex gender gender identity sexual orientation marital status national origin disability age or covered veteran status.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Sports Coaching
- Physical Education
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Physiology Knowledge
- Special Education
- Special Needs
- Teaching
- Cordova
About Company
Discover compassionate autism care and support services at ACES ABA. Join us in nurturing potential and fostering growth for individuals and families.
