What are the responsibilities and job description for the Alternative Education Instructor-Meadville position at Bethesda Lutheran Services?
Job Summary:
Provide educational and therapeutic programming and instruction to students in a school setting. This is a school year-based position.
Essential Functions of the Position:
1. Utilize appropriate instructional materials and supplies to prepare and present lessons consistent with instructional goals, school district and PA Department of Education regulations.
2. Provide an educational atmosphere consistent with instructional and program goals that is conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level and interests of students.
3. Maintain effective classroom management utilizing positive behavioral support
in accordance with applicable regulations.
4 Develop, implement, and comply with Individualized Education Plans when applicable, providing continuity of instruction by preparing and utilizing daily lesson plans, acknowledging individual student abilities and skill levels, and ensuring students are working toward home school graduation requirements.
5. Assist administration in the implementation of policies and rules governing student life and conduct and maintaining order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
6. Facilitate/transition students through daily school routines, being alert to safety issues and ensuring proper supervision of students throughout the school day.
7. Respond to student behavioral needs by utilizing hierarchy of interventions, consistently enforcing classroom and agency rules and policies and demonstrating safe physical management techniques when necessary.
8. Maintain student files and complete all required documentation accurately and within established timelines.
9. Plan for and provide therapeutic and developmental counseling in behavioral, social, and interpersonal skill building.
10. Work closely with the alternative education therapist to ensure the counseling component is met during instruction time.
11. Attend and participate in educational meeting and acts as a liaison between Bethesda Lutheran Services, school districts, families, and affiliated agencies.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $41,000.00 - $44,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $41,000 - $44,000