ESE Teacher - 998320

Nova Southeastern University; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Retirement plan

Medical and dental plans

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Nova Southeastern University is seeking an educator to provide individualized instruction for special needs students. The role involves developing IEPs and maintaining communication with parents and professionals.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and experience working with special needs children. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.
• Passing scores on required tests within the first year.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized educational instruction to special needs students.
• Develop and implement IEPs.
• Communicate with parents and staff regularly.

Skills

Ability to lift and carry up to fifty pounds

Experience with special needs children

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's degree in Special Education (preferred)

Job description

We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southwestern University!

Nova Southwestern University (NSU) is a not-for-profit institution that offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including a tuition waiver, retirement plan, medical and dental plans, and more.

We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southwestern University.

Primary Purpose

Provides individualized educational instruction to special needs students that is attentive to each student's academic, social and emotional needs.

Job Category

Exempt

Pay Basis

Annually

Subject to Grant Funding

No

Essential Job Functions

• Assess individual children's levels, strengths, weaknesses and learning styles.
• Develop, update, and implement IEPs.
• Record and maintain school, classroom, and students' information such as attendance, student files, referral information, progress reports, lesson plans, curriculum development, and collection of data.
• Attend and participate in departmental/division meetings, planning projects, activities, and school-related evening programs.
• Prepare daily and weekly lesson plans in a manner that is responsive to the individual strengths and needs of the children; share in a team or grade level planning.
• Establish and maintain a positive learning environment that reflects the school's philosophy.
• Refer students, when necessary, following school procedures.
• Communicate with parents and professional staff on a regular basis.
• Conduct parent conferences.
• Integrate technology into the teaching-learning process.
• Maintain proper discipline and assist students in developing self‑discipline and a sense of responsibility.
• Establish a humanistic, systematic classroom code of conduct.
• Participate in arrival/dismissal, playground and lunch time supervisory responsibilities as assigned by the Director.
• Attend faculty meetings.
• Attend PTO meetings when needed.
• Oversee Teacher Assistant and/or Aide.
• Oversee undergraduate and graduate students.
• Provide training.
• Register for the 45‑hour training classes within the first 90 days of employment and complete such training within the first year of employment.
• Complete eight (8) in‑service credit hours per school year.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Job Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to lift, carry, and put down up to fifty pounds on a continuous basis.
• Repeated lifting and placing down of children required.

Required Certifications / Licenses

• Valid State of Florida Statement of Eligibility or verification of written application and transcripts with degree conferred.
• Passing scores on the state required General Knowledge Test (or CLAST test) within the first year of employment.

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.
• Experience working with special needs children.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Special Education or related field.

Is this a safety sensitive position?: No

Background Screening Required?: Yes

Sensitivity Disclaimer

Nova Southwestern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.