Certified Special Education Teacher - SIGNING BONUS!

EDEN AUTISM SERVICES INC; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Life insurance

Retirement savings

Job summary

Eden School, part of Eden Autism Services, seeks a Special Education Teacher in Princeton, NJ, to educate high school students with autism within a private school setting. The role collaborates with clinical and educational teams to implement education and behavior reduction programs.

A yearly salary range is offered with a $3,000 signing bonus, reflecting Eden’s 50+ years of experience. Responsibilities include classroom oversight for 8-12 students, IEP development, data analysis, progress

Qualifications

• Master's degree in special education or related field.
• New Jersey Teaching Certification is required.
• Special Education/Teacher of the Handicapped certification.
• Experience with individuals with profound autism and behavior challenges.

Responsibilities

• Classroom oversight (8-12 students); IEP development, data analysis, quarterly progress reports, coverage during staff absences.
• Program and curriculum development across academic, self-care, daily living, social/communication, and vocational skills.
• Supervision of teaching assistants; training, feedback, and meetings.
• Identify and manage maladaptive behaviors; collaborate on behavior support plans; crisis management when needed.

Skills

Applied Behavior Analysis

Oral and written communication

Strong organizational skills

Decision making

Education

Master's degree in special education

New Jersey Teaching Certification

Special Education/Teacher of the Handicapped

Elementary Education and Teacher of Students with Disabilities

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Princeton, NJ 08540Salary Range: $66,000.00 - $73,000.00 Salary/yearNow offering a $3,000 sign-on bonus to new hires!

Bring your energy and passion, and help us make a true difference in the lives of our students and their families! Join Eden's team as a Special Education Teacher, educating high school students with autism. At The Eden School, our teachers collaborate with an energetic and knowledgeable team of clinical and educational support staff to provide education and behavior reduction programs for each student.

Celebrating 50+ years providing lifespan services for children and adults, Eden is a nationally recognized program specializing in the support of those with profound autism. Utilizing an ABA model, Eden provides a private school setting where students ages 3-21 with high-level support needs are given the tools to gain independence.

RESPONSIBILITY SNAPSHOT:

• Classroom oversight (approximately 8-12 students) – IEP development, analysis of data and graphing, quarterly progress reporting, and providing coverage of students during staff absences and as needed.
• Program and curriculum development to include academic, self-care, daily living skills, social and communication, and vocational skill acquisition.
• Supervision of Teaching Assistants – providing training and feedback, weekly staff meetings, quality assessment checks.
• Identification and management of maladaptive behaviors including self-injury and aggression. Collaboration with clinical staff in development and implementation of behavior support plans; implementing crisis management strategies and interventions when required.

MUST HAVES:

• Master's degree in special education or related field
• New Jersey Teaching Certification is required
• Special Education/Teacher of the Handicapped
• Elementary Education and Teacher of Students with Disabilities
• Must have experience working with individuals with profound autism/DD and/or behavior challenges.
• Valid, unsuspended driver's license is required.

Physical Abilities:

• Lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
• Sit, stand, bend, squat, kneel, stretch, stoop, and/or reach above shoulder level for extended periods of time.
• Pass and maintain Professional Crisis Management (PCM) certification, including implementation of all strategies and techniques.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Competent in Applied Behavior Analysis; familiar with behavior and teaching methodologies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems, exercise independent judgement, and make appropriate decisions based on established policies and procedures.

WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT EDEN:

• Benefits: Eden offers a well-rounded benefits package including medical and dental, life insurance, retirement savings, paid time off, and more.
• Growth: In addition to tuition assistance, we have many opportunities for team building and professional development.
• Core Values: Believe More + Do What it Takes + Work Together + Show Compassion + Be True

Note: $3,000 signing bonus to be paid in 4 installments during a new hire's first year of employment. Installments as follows: $500 upon completion of 2-week training; $500 upon completion of 90-day introductory period; $750 upon completion of 6 months of employment; $1250 upon completion of 1 year of employment.

Eden Autism Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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