High School Teacher in Training (English)

Specialized Education Services, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Employee assistance program

Mental health support

Fertility and family building assistance

Job summary

An education service provider in Philadelphia is seeking a High School Teacher in Training (English). This role involves working with diverse student backgrounds, fostering a supportive learning environment, and providing individualized attention. The position offers competitive compensation between $49,000 to $60,000 annually, along with comprehensive benefits including healthcare and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Work with diverse students from varying backgrounds.
• Teach knowledge and skills while providing individualized attention.
• Use assessment data to modify plans for students’ academic performance.
• Develop and maintain skill-appropriate lesson plans.
• Collaborate with team members for a rigorous academic environment.
• Apply behavior support and intervention strategies.
• Implement de-escalation techniques and manage student safety.
• Drive and track student growth and progress.
• Participate in school’s daily functions and meetings.

Skills

Adaptability

Commitment to learning

Crisis management

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Job description

Overview

High School Teacher in Training (English) at Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom. SESI is a premier provider of education services for K-12 students who require additional supports to overcome challenges that impede success in a traditional school setting. SESI partners with school districts to run in-district classrooms and standalone schools that meet the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of special and alternative education students. The role provides an opportunity to contribute to a data-driven, evidence-based instructional model and to work within SESI’s PBIS framework (CASE).

What you can expect from us: diverse career pathways, mobility within our national network, ongoing professional and leadership development, paid training, tuition reimbursement, credentialing support, comprehensive benefits, and smaller class sizes in diverse educational settings.

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

• 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.

Salary and Benefits

• Posted Salary Range: USD $49,000.00 – USD $60,000.00 per year.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, 401(k) with employer match, employee assistance program, mental health support, fertility and family building assistance, and more.

Physical and Other Requirements

• Ability to run short distances and move swiftly in response to student needs (bending, kneeling, crouching).
• Ability to lift and assist students with mobility challenges, often handling up to 50 pounds or more.
• Skill in managing fine motor tasks, such as helping students with writing or using adaptive devices.
• Ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to 8 hours daily.
• Capacity to remain calm and composed during physically and emotionally 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.