High School English Teacher

Specialized-Education-Services,-Inc.-3; Galloway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. in New Jersey seeks a dedicated teacher to support students who need academic, social, and emotional assistance.

You will collaborate with school teams and families to develop instructional plans, monitor progress, and implement behavior support strategies, including de-escalation and safety measures, to help every student thrive.

Qualifications

• Ability to adapt and remain flexible in a dynamic educational environment.
• Collaborate effectively with diverse school teams and families.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and applying feedback.

Responsibilities

• Work with a diverse group of students from varying backgrounds.
• Teach knowledge and skills, and provide individualized attention.
• Use assessment data to adapt short- and long-term plans.
• Develop and maintain skill-appropriate lesson plans.
• Collaborate with team members to foster critical thinking and rigor.
• Apply behavior support and intervention strategies.
• Implement de-escalation techniques and safety procedures when needed.
• Track student growth and maintain required forms and files.
• Participate in daily school functions, conferences, meetings, and trainings.

Skills

Adaptability

Collaboration

Commitment to learning

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Teaching certification preferred

Job description

Company Overview

In special education and alternative education settings nationwide, the team members of Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) shine a positive light on students who need academic, emotional, social, and behavioral support and uncover the unique learner within. Have a profound impact, grow, learn, and thrive as part of our team.

Overview

What you can expect to do.

Realize the joy of possibility by providing academic, social, and emotional services for students who need additional support to shine in school. Utilize SESI’s proven instructional models, strategies, and curriculum. Conduct frequent and appropriate assessments, use data to develop and implement instructional plans, and collaborate with school teams and families to drive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Work with a diverse group of students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Teach knowledge and skills, nurture confidence and character, and provide individualized attention to meet the needs of all students.
• Use assessment data to modify short- and long-term plans to promote students’ academic performance.
• Develop and maintain skill-appropriate lesson plans.
• Collaborate with team members to foster an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor.
• Apply the school’s behavior support and intervention strategies.
• Implement de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical restraint if necessary to maintain the safety of students and team members.
• Drive, record, and track student growth and progress toward goals; develop and maintain required forms and files.
• Participate in the school’s daily functions (e.g., morning, lunch, afternoon supervisory duties), as well as conferences, meetings, and training.

Qualifications

What we expect of you.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning; valid teaching certification preferred.
• Commitment to learning and implementing feedback.
• Ability to adapt and remain flexible in a dynamic educational environment.

Posted Min Pay Rate

USD $62,000.00/Yr.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to run short distances and move swiftly in response to student needs, including bending, kneeling, and crouching.
• Ability to lift and assist students with mobility challenges, often requiring the handling of up to 50 pounds or more.
• Skill in managing fine motor tasks, such as helping students with writing, manipulating small objects, or using adaptive devices.
• Ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to 8 hours daily.
• Capacity to notice and respond to non-verbal cues from students
• Capacity to remain calm and composed during physically and emotional demanding situations, ensuring student safety and well-being

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.