Special Education Teacher (High School)

ABA Therapy Partners • Full-time • California, United States, US • 2w ago

About ABA Therapy Partners

We believe in the power of a talented group of people with the intention to make a difference, focused on achieving a common goal, and breaking down barriers to make it happen. The core of our business – and our differentiation - is our team-centric culture and our cutting edge operations. We support our clinicians with the best culture and tools, allowing them to do their work efficiently and with joy. This results in better continuity of care and long-term results.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Special Education Teacher to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing individualized instruction and support to students with diverse learning needs. This role requires a commitment to fostering an inclusive classroom environment that promotes academic growth and personal development for all students.

Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible to implement and follow all school policies and procedures, including but not limited to the following:

Curriculum, Instructional, and Additional Employee Duties

Establishes and maintains a safe learning environment for all students.
Creates a variety of engaging lessons, activities, and assessments for assigned seminar classes
Explains school and state graduation requirements to students/parents
Provides parents and students information about progress and the resources that we offer students
Works with students to differentiate instruction and uses a variety of strategies to ensure student achievement
Develops, revises, and implements new curriculum in an effort
Plans, implements and coordinates instructional goals, activities, and help with students
Meets with struggling students individually to discuss progress and adjust teaching methods whenever necessary to help the student make progress towards their graduation and post-high school goals
Reviews, grades, and enters student scores in a timely fashion
Regularly maintains their electronic grade book for accuracy and updates at least once a week
Communicates (in person, email, phone, video conference) in a timely manner with all stakeholders regarding announcements, important school dates, concerns or congratulations, standardized test dates, assignment deadlines to students/parents, answers to student/parent questions, etc.
Documents every important student/parent meeting
Submits work samples and attendance records to the office within timelines established
Maintains all required records in an organized, efficient, and professional manner
Attends IEP meetings and documents students' present levels of performance

Professional Activities and Growth

Participates in curriculum development, materials selection, staff development, staff committees, and professional growth activities as directed
Promotes positive and effective school communication by ensuring that all interactions with staff, students, parents, and the public at large are prompt, efficient, helpful and friendly
Maintains professional competence through participation in in-service activities provided by the school and in self-selected professional growth activities as approved

We encourage candidates who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with special needs to apply. Your expertise can help shape a brighter future for our learners.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required
Proven experience in special education and classroom management
Strong skills in lesson planning and literacy education
Ability to work effectively with students with disabilities, including those with autism and developmental disabilities
Knowledge of IEP development and implementation
Familiarity with behavior management techniques and tutoring strategies
Experience in curriculum development and adapting materials for diverse learning needs

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