Teacher Special Education (Licensed Required)

What is this job about

Were seeking a passionate and organized teacher to design and deliver individualized instructional programs that help students build language academic social and vocational this role youll lead both group and one-on-one instruction manage classroom behavior plans guide teaching assistants and track student progress daily. Youll collaborate closely with BCBAs administration and families to ensure each students goals and curriculum are current and effective.Make a lasting impact by helping students grow and succeed every day!

Some of your responsibilities would include:

• Develop and implement individualized academic and ABA-based lesson plans.

• Deliver 1:1 ABA therapy and ensure accurate data collection on all student programs.

• Supervise teaching assistants ensuring adherence to procedures and paperwork completion.

• Maintain a clean safe and engaging learning environment.

• Assist students with daily self-help skills as needed.

• Participate in crisis situations when required.

• Maintain accurate records progress reports and IEP documentation.

• Communicate daily with parents/guardians and report updates to the Director.

• Model professional and appropriate behavior for teaching assistants.

• Escort students to classes and off-campus activities.

• Stay current on required training including CPR First Aid and Behavior Intervention.

• Follow all agency policies procedures and mandated reporting requirements.

• Remain punctual dependable and flexible in daily duties.

What do I need to be qualified for this position

• Required:Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.

• Required:Valid Missouri Special Education Teaching Certificate (Provisional Certificate will be considered).

Bring your passion for teaching and making a difference in students lives to this exciting role!

If that doesnt draw your attention take a look at our excellent benefits package:

• Competitive salary and excellent working environment

• Eligibility for Medical Vision Dental and Life Insurance after a 0-day waiting period

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance and AD&D coverage

• Option to enroll in our 403(b)-retirement plan immediately - with employer match up to 4% after a year of service

• Sick and vacation accrual as well as 7-paid holidays a year and a paid day off to celebrate your birthday

• Discounts on your phone bill if you use Verizon or AT&T

• Discounted Fitness Center membership if you are Full-Time

• Use of a fleet vehicle or paid mileage for using your vehicle

• Opportunities for advancement

• Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement Stipend

• Employee Assistance Program

• Wellness Program

• Annual Wage Increase Potential

• Many more

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    • DEFINITION

      The teacher is responsible for planning organizing and implementing individualized instructional programs that guide and encourage students to develop language and academic skills. The teacher is responsible for the day to day implementation monitoring and data tracking of individual instruction group instruction social skills development outings and pre-vocational and vocational skills. The teacher is responsible for the management of classroom behavior programs as well as managing teaching assistants. The teacher also works with the BCBAs and administration to update student goals and curriculums. Parent or guardian communication is required.

      ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

      Implement Academic Lesson Plans and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) based therapy programs along with the BCBA

      Develop lesson plans based on approved curriculum; turn in weekly lesson plans to the appropriate supervisor

      Adhere to the tenants of ABA

      Deliver 1:1 ABA based therapy to students

      Take precise and accurate data on academic and ABA-based programs

      Complete all current programs during Discrete Trial Training or other approved ABA strategy

      Use current and best practice teaching strategies that align with the principles of ABA

      Supervise TAs working with students as well as their completion of paperwork and adherence to agency policies

      Participate as needed in crises

      Teach all assigned students regardless of their location

      Maintain a clean safe and stimulating environment for all students

      Assist with daily self-help skills with students when necessary

      Interact with students whenever and however appropriate

      Participate during in-service days

      Maintain accurate records to provide information for daily communication progress reports IEPs etc.

      Write progress reports IEPs etc.

      Monitor and maintain up-to-date professional development training

      Abide by all agency policies and procedures

      Discuss with teacher assistants daily procedures regarding schedules morning news correcting papers etc.

      Be observant report all unusual circumstances incidences or situations/accidents to Director

      Maintain daily communication with the students parents and/or guardians. Keep Director informed of daily communication in addition to other communication with parents and/or guardians.

      Model appropriate and expected behavior for teaching assistants.

      Escort children to class and off campus activities

      Report suspected abuse or neglect to the Director and appropriate authorities as a Mandated Reporter

      Accurately report and record observations.

      Communicate effectively in oral and written form.

      Stand stoop lift up to 50 lbs and pull and push items.

      Pass with satisfactory performance CPR First Aid Behavior Intervention training and ABA training.

      Maintain a record of punctuality and attendance.

      A licensed and insured driver with ability to obtain a Missouri Class E driver license

      Training Requirements

      1. Successfully complete a course in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation.

      2. Successfully complete a course in First Aid.

      3. Successfully complete a 16 hours course in Medication Administration.

      4. Successfully complete a 10 course in MANDT System Workshop

      5. Successfully complete a course in OSHA regulations on Health and Safety.

      6. Successfully complete a 2 hours course in proper use of lifts seat belts and tie downs.

      MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING QUALIFICATIONS

      Bachelors degree from an accredited college. Special Education Certificate in the State of Missouri is required; however a Provisional Special Education Certificate in the State of Missouri will be considered.