Elementary Special Education Teacher - Columbia, MD

Pediatric Developmental Services; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

IRA with company matching

Fingerprinting reimbursement

Great Mentorship Program

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is seeking a Special Education Teacher to join our team in Maryland. You will develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students and collaborate with families and staff to support student progress in K-12 settings.

We offer a competitive salary and generous benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance with company contribution, an IRA with company matching, fingerprinting reimbursement, and a strong mentorship program to

Qualifications

• Master's Degree/Certification in Special Education is required.
• Experience working with K-12 children is required.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
• Communicate with families and staff about student progress.
• Prepare detailed lesson plans and obtain administrator approval.
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled.
• Utilize reinforcement strategies to support student growth.
• Engage families in student progress.
• Document progress reports quarterly.
• Collaborate with on-site therapists on behavior and discipline.
• Maintain a safe, productive classroom environment.

Education

Master's Degree/Certification in Special Education

Experience working with K-12 children

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire a Special Education Teacher to join our staff and work in an amazing school! Are you passionate about helping all students reach their potential? Do you love working in a bright, active, positive environment? Are you interested in joining an organization devoted to helping all children succeed? If so, we want to hear from you!

This position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching
• Fingerprinting reimbursement
• Great Mentorship Program!

Special Education Teacher Qualifications:

• Master's Degree/Certification in Special Education
• Experience working with K-12 children

Special Education Teacher Responsibilities:

• Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each of the students in your care
• Communicate with other staff and family members about each student's progress and struggles
• Prepare detailed lesson plans and submit them to administrators for approval
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled by the school
• Use individualized reinforcement techniques to keep each student on the path toward greatness
• Invite family members to participate in each student's educational progress
• Create and distribute progress reports quarterly
• Confer with on-site therapist over disciplinary and behavioral issues with students
• Create a safe, productive classroom environment

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified teachers and pediatric therapists, including Special Education Teachers; as well as speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to Special Education Teachers, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

For every therapist that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.