Pathfinder School Life Skills Support Teacher

Job Title:Life Skills Support TeacherAIU-operatedSpecial Education School

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for the planning and provisionof instruction and services to students K-12 enrolled in the AIU-operated Special Education Schools. The instructor collaborates closely with other professional school-based personnel in designing lessons and activities that address specific learners IEP goals while also exposing students to the PA Academic Standards. The instructor needs to supervise and direct non-professional staff in support of instructional and behavioral goals for students.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops lesson plans and units that address the PA Academic Standards to ensure exposure to the general education curriculum for students with disabilities.
• Instructs students in whole groups small groups and individual sessions using appropriate adaptations and modifications to address learners IEP goals and learning objectives.
• Monitors student progress using a variety of assessment techniques (e.g. diagnostic formative benchmark summative tools) to monitor student achievement and inform instructional planning.
• Implements classroom level and individual behavior management programs using evidence-based practices to reduce non-academic barriers to student achievement.
• Maintains records (e.g. attendance behavior academic performance) using formal and informal information systems in order to collect accurate student information.
• Communicates with parents/guardians and district personnel through a variety of formal and informal means (e.g. report cards conferences newsletters progress reports home school logs) to facilitate partnerships focusing on student achievement.
• Develops Individualized Education Programs and Reevaluation Reports based on student performance data which comply with federal and state regulations and local guidelines and participates in IEP team meetings.
• Manages and works collaboratively with classroom personnel (e.g. paraprofessionals Personal Care Assistants) using clear and direct communication techniques supporting students academic social emotional and behavioral goals.
• Collaborates with related service providers and other staff using a consultative model ensuring that relevant information affecting students special education program is shared and acted upon.
• Promotes students products through physical and/or digital representation (e.g. bulletin boards displays student products) showcasing learners production and enhancing school climate.
• Complete other duties (e.g. bus duty lunch duty) as assigned by the building principal or special education supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Valid PA certification in Special Education PK-12 required.
• Ability to utilize email Microsoft Office programs and student information systems (i.e. IEP Writer Skyward) to manage communication information and records
• Ability to follow all administration policies and guidelines governing students by maintaining a professional demeanor following AIU policies building procedures and the Pennsylvania professional code of conduct.

Additional Requirements:

• Current Act 114 Act 34 Act 151 and NSOR Clearances required prior to an offer (must be dated within 1 year of hire date).
• School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.

Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Sitting for extended period of time
2. Lifting carrying pushing pulling 35 pounds
3. Ability to kneel crouch bend and reach to retrieve and handle teaching materials and supplies.
4. Moving fingers and hands in a repetitive manner
5. Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating with limited English speaking customers.
6. Hearing clearly
7. Adequate vision to perform duties.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Disclaimer:The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of this position.

Reports To: Principal/Assistant Principal

Department: Special Education and Pupil Services

Position Schedule: 190 Days

Salary: AIUEA Salary Scale

Benefits: AIUEA Benefit Guide

To Apply: Create an on-line application and upload a cover letter resume PA Certificate (if applicable) and transcripts at theAIU Career Site.

Please send any questions to:recruitment@