Do you want to work with a great team to help students overcome challenges? Would you like to be associated with the largest, most innovative and comprehensive nonprofit of its kind in the United States serving children with special needs related to autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, ADHD, developmental delays. 

The Help Group's Summit Viewis seeking a Special Education Teacher . Summit View School is dedicated to educating young people with learning differences who possess average to superior intellectual capabilities. Recognizing the unique strengths, aptitudes, and natural gifts of each student, the program fosters academic growth, creativity, and a sense of mastery and accomplishment. A commitment to maximizing each student’s potential and performance forms the foundation of the school’s educational program.

The Help Group offers wonderful training opportunities, a supportive, professional work environment and great benefits, including:

• $10,000 Sign-on-bonus for Mod/Severe credentialed Teachers
• $7,500 Sign-on-bonus for Mild/Moderate credentialed Teachers
• $3,500 Sign-on-bonus for Intern or PIP/STSP eligible Teachers (CBEST required)
• Competitive salary
• Reimbursement of CEUs
• Tuition reimbursement towards earning a Special Education Credential
• Mentor teacher opportunities
• 100% employer-sponsored health insurance plan: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Small class sizes with Instructional Aide support and a multi-disciplinary approach
• Employee Assistance Program

What The Help Group Is Looking for:

• Bachelors degree in Special Education or a related field is required. 
• Mild/moderate Special Education credential required; OR the ability to qualify for an Intern Credential, Provisional Internship Permit or Short-Term Staff Permit (CBEST certification is required to qualify for these permits).
• Experience teaching students with autism and/or learning disabilities.

EXCITING RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Plan, coordinate and implement individual student programs
• Select appropriate curriculum content for each student
• Determine appropriate, measurable goals and objectives for each student
• Write individual education plans (IEPs) and participate in IEP meetings
• Employ a trans-disciplinary approach to education, conferring with team members as appropriate for particular issues
• Prepare or secure necessary instructional materials
• Modify activities and adapt materials to promote student success
• Design and use instructional grouping patterns that are varied and flexible, including individual, small group, and whole class instruction
• Employ clear, predictable daily and weekly schedules, which accommodate students' needs
• Prepare a weekly plan book to detail lesson plans, grouping, activities, staff assignments, and other relevant information
• Employ appropriate, individualized teaching and reinforcement techniques to maximize student achievement

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.