Special Education Substitute Teacher- School Age

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The Arc Erie County is looking for a Substitute Special Education Teacher!

Who we are: A local non-profit organization that supports children & adults with disabilities and their families in achieving their desired quality of life by creating opportunities through comprehensive quality services!

What you'll be doing: As our Substitute Special Education Teacher you will be implementing individualized educational programs or individual family service plans

You will be responsible for...

• Providing supportive and consistent learning experiences for children
• Assess and prescribe appropriate educational and behavioral objectives for each child
  
  

What we need from you:

Bachelor's Degree in Education, Psychology, Sociology or closely related field.

What The Arc Erie County can offer: Affordable benefits (medical, dental & vision insurance), excellent PTO, room for advancement, on the job training, and a positive, diverse and exciting environment. Position pays $17.51 per hour

The Arc Erie County New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and strong advocate of workforce diversity. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.

Job Title

Full Job Description is listed below:

Substitute Teacher

Department

Education Program

Job Grade

2

Position Summary

Implements assigned instructional program for each child assigned to him/her.

Reporting Relationship

Receives general supervision from the Assistant Principal. Gives direct supervision to Teacher Assistant(s), Aide(s), Substitute Teacher Assistants/Aide(s) and volunteer(s).

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Implement Individualized Educational Program.
• Provide supportive and consistent learning experiences for children.
• With other teaching specialists, assess and monitor individual social and personal needs of children to assure that each child is receiving all necessary services. Participate with Team members in assuring continuity between the educational and home environments.
• Immediately report all accidents/incidents to appropriate staff members and complete all required paperwork.
• Maintain confidentiality of information and records in accordance with legal requirements and agency policy and procedures.
• Consultation and Supervision
• Supervise teacher aides and assistants in implementing individual objectives.
• Participate in in-service training activities.
• Utilize agency Employee Handbook and department program handbook.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Special Education or related field

OR

New York State Teaching Assistant Certification

PLUS

Currently working towards obtaining a Provisional/Initial New York State Certification in Special Education

Must have thorough knowledge of principles and practices of curriculum development for children with developmental disabilities. Ability to plan, implement and document individualized educational programming. Demonstrate understanding and application of behavior management techniques. Ability to supervise other staff members.

Sensitivity and respect for children with developmental disabilities and their families at all times. Ability to work cooperatively with others. Willingness to accept and perform duties and responsibilities not ordinarily associated with the position in cases of emergency or when unusual or unpredictable circumstances arise. Willingness to grow and further develop personal and professional performance. Willingness to attend specific training as may be required by the position and/or recommended by supervisor. Demonstrated skill in formulating and documenting appropriate behavioral objectives for children with children with exceptional needs.

Essential Job Functions

• Physical demands and Exposure Risk outlined on attached form (A)
• Mental Requirements:
  
  

The ability to read; write in a legible, grammatically correct manner; analyze, memorize, be perceptive/comprehensive, show good judgement, have good math skills, spatial aptitude, sequencing & decision making skills, independent action, planning & prioritizing and follow directions and understand and follow detailed written and oral instructions. The ability to maintain auditory and visual supervision of students.

• Human Relations Skills:
  
  

The ability to communicate with individuals in a positive and professional manner, demonstrate the ability to be a leader/supervisor and serve as an appropriate role model to staff members. Work independently as well as cooperatively with others. Be approachable, enthusiastic, personable, work under pressure and meet job-related deadlines accordingly. Receive supervision instruction in a positive manner. Adhere to and administer Agency's policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Maintain a professional attitude and appearance at all times. Ability to handle information discretely understanding strict rules of confidentiality.

• Equipment Operation:
  
  

The ability to operate normal household appliances; ability to operate office equipment, such as, computer, copier, fax machine, etc.

Agency Principles

• All staff members will assure and demonstrate the promotion of fundamental rights and protections for the people that we support. These include practices that treat people with dignity and respect at all times, ensure safety, best possible health/well-being and provide the person with continuity and personal security through the use of natural supports, positive relationships and opportunities for integration in the community. Staff members should also advocate and work toward assisting the people we support through person-centered planning to achieve the personal outcome goals that they have chosen by facilitating the plans and positive supports necessary to assist the person in progressing toward each outcome.
• Demonstrates the agency values of integrity, respect, responsibility, trust, teamwork, positive attitude, learning and honesty in working with students (persons), families, colleagues and members of our community.
• Good attendance is vital for the efficient and effective operation of quality programming and is an essential job function of this position.
  
  

This position is NON-EXEMPT from the overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standard Act.

The Arc Erie County New York retains the right to change this job description at any time.

Job Attachment : View Attachment

Itinerant Location : 777 Maryvale Drive Cheektowaga, NY 14225

Salary: From : 17.51

Salary: To : 17.51

Salary Competitive : Y

Appointment Status : Regular Sub

Position Status : Full time

Contact Person's Name : Arc Erie County Recruitment

Contact Person's Title : Recruiting

Contact Person's Phone : 833-272-3743

Contact Person's Email : recruiting@arceriecounty.org

Job Posting Link : https://us63.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-US/arcnewyork/Site/THEARCERIECOUNTY/Posting/View/6035