What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher position at Children's Center?
$1500 sign-on bonus for full-time staff, $750 sign-on bonus for part-time staff!
Interested in making a difference in the lives of young elementary school age children? The Children’s Center is seeking a Special Education Teacher (282 certification for K-8 or eligibility for certification required) to work with children in preschool through grade three who are not yet ready to enter public school. Daily activities are focused on their behavioral and communication needs, independence skills, and academic goals specialized for each child in accordance with their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals. Academic year schedule could be considered.
The Special Education Teacher will work with a Master's level Clinician and Special Education team to implement children's IEP goals and strategically use resources to reach those goals. This position provides both direct instruction in the classroom, and oversees the provision of IEPs for children in the classroom setting. The Special Education Teacher will be an active member of children's IEP teams, attending meetings, proposing goals, setting transition plans, and ensuring all children are receiving the highest quality special education services. Staff in this position conduct one-on-one or small group instruction, perform classroom management, and complete daily data collection and documentation.
The Children’s Center offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance options, 401k options, generous paid time off accrual, continuing education support as well as a consistent work schedule. Additionally, work at the Children's Center qualifies for Public Student Loan Forgiveness. If you’re interested in joining a team of highly skilled professionals looking to change little lives every day, the Children’s Center is the place for you.
Applicants must provide documentation that they have a 282 K-8 and/or have their conditional certification through the Maine Department of Education. It is essential, as part of this multi-disciplinary team, to have a positive attitude, high energy level and the ability to think creatively. Children’s Center provides training, CPR/First Aid and Safety Care certification, and Master’s level clinical supervision.
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Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person