What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher - Extended School Year (ESY) - Pressley Ridge School for Autism position at Pressley Ridge?
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Pressley Ridge Benefits
The well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. At Pressley Ridge, we strive to provide the most competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs that are affordable and help you and your family achieve and maintain your best possible health.
- Medical coverage available with a Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match
- Prescription coverage
- Dental and vision plans
- Patient advocate and Medicare specialists available at no cost
- Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account
- Wellness incentive (up to $250)
- 403b with employer give/match
- Free life insurance and AD&D
- Paid sick time (up to 15 days)
- Paid holidays including a birthday holiday
- Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Position Summary
The Special Education Teacher (SET) is responsible for collaborating within the classroom team in the development, implementation, and monitoring of effective, individualized academic and behavioral programming for students. Addresses the unique educational, communication, and social/emotional needs of the student with hearing loss and provides support/guidance to the team. The Extended School Year (ESY) program runs from mid-June to late July, Monday-Thursday, 8:30am - 2:30pm.
Essential Responsibilities
- Assure effective academic and behavioral programming for each student which results in high rates of academic progress and successful program completion.
- Develop, implement, review, and report on Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each student.
- Develop and implement a classroom/behavioral management system in collaboration with the classroom team.
- Assure effective behavioral health planning to increase each student’s social and emotional learning skills.
- Assure the continuous safety of all students.
- Assure the continuing development of professional skills.
Qualifications
Education/Certifications/Licensure:
a. Requires PA State Teacher Certification in Special Education.
b. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Special Education.
c. Requires valid state driver's license, safe driving record, and current auto insurance.
Clearances Required by Applicable Regulations
a. State Police
b. FBI
c. Child Abuse Clearances
d. Mandated Report-Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse training certificate and/or statement.
Working Conditions
- Physical Demands. This position requires a moderate to high level of physical activity. Employee must meet minimum requirements for Hearing, Speech and Vision.
- Environmental. School and Community
- Working Hours. As assigned
Salary : $250