Exceptional Student Education Teacher

The Arc of Palm Beach County Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Professional Bodwell Academy in Riviera Beach, FL, seeks an Exceptional Student Education Teacher to deliver high-quality instruction for students with special needs. The teacher will design engaging lessons across all core subjects and involve families in the child’s learning while ensuring compliance with licensure and state mandates.

The role requires creating and updating IEPs, coordinating with therapists and staff, and maintaining schedules and regular communication with families about

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education and Florida Teacher’s Certification (ESE K-12).
• 1-3 years’ experience in Special Education and/or Elementary Education Classroom experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and write Individual Education Plans (IEPs) with school staff and therapists.
• Participate in parental/student IEP meetings.
• Develop and implement daily/weekly school schedule.
• Maintain contact with parents regarding student progress and goals.
• Conduct student assessments to inform IEPs and programming.
• Attend mandated trainings and meetings.

Skills

IEP development

Parental communication

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Time management

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education

Florida Teacher’s Certification (ESE K-12)

Tools

IEP software

Job description

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Exceptional Student Education Teacher

Professional Bodwell Academy, Riviera Beach, FL, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1184

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $63,000.00 Annually

Position Summary:

The ESE teacher is responsible for directly supervising and implementing a quality educational program for each student in their classroom. They will provide stimulating lessons to students in all academic areas as well as engage parents in their child’s learning. They will ensure compliance with all necessary licensures and state mandates regarding education, testing and assessments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and write Individual Education Plans (IEPs) along with school staff and therapists
• Participate in parental/student IEP meetings
• Develop and implement daily and weekly schedule at the school.
• Maintain close contact with parents concerning developments at school and encourage reinforcement of educational goals at home. This includes, but is not limited to successes, problems, accidents, reinforcements, etc. and notices to parents concerning holidays and other general information.
• Keep parents, therapists and other professionals informed of student’s individual progress and offer goals/activities/materials to facilitate child’s progress in global development.
• Conduct individual assessments for each child and develop an Individual Education Plan (IEP) in accordance with the therapists and family,
• Have complete awareness of:
• Medical issues
• Aid staff in daily programming skills.
• Manage fiscal and administrative needs to include petty cash, maintenance supplies, food, educational supplies, maintenance, and repair.
• Fill out attendance/transportation forms (children and staff) daily.
• Daily maintenance and awareness of the physical and safety needs of facility
• Conduct individual home visits as needed and update parent(s) on child’s progress, monthly home programs, and receive family input for the child’s programming needs.
• Attend all DOE, school district and Arc of Palm Beach County mandated trainings/meetings.
• Participate in staff and parent meetings/child study teams/evaluations, providing feedback regarding to the child’s academic and functional goals and recommend interventions for the child’s present and future needs.
• Provide consistent services.
• Maintain a wish list of materials and supplies.
• Work on special projects as directed by the Senior Director of Children and Family Services.
• Keep current with the latest innovations in the field of special education.
• Maintain the ability to meet the physical requirements of this position as related to duties at all times.
• Other duties as assigned by the Leadership

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and team members.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Maintain professional and courteous demeanor.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members, families, agencies, vendors, donors and funders.
• Identify concerns, generate and evaluate alternate solutions and make sound recommendations.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education and current Florida Teacher’s Certification (ESE K-12).
• 1-3 years’ experience in Special Education and/or Elementary Education Class Room experience.
• Must possess and maintain a current Florida’s Driver’s License and state minimum requirements for auto insurance.

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