IDD Special Education Teacher

RHA Health Services, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early access to wages through Payactiv

Employee discounts

Paid Time Off

Health and insurance coverage

401(k) retirement savings program

Free CPR and first aid training

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is seeking an IDD Special Education Teacher to positively impact individuals with developmental disabilities. You will develop educational programs, evaluate service users' needs, and work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate holds a B.S. in Special Education and is committed to maintaining valid teaching certifications. Benefits include health coverage, paid time off, and retirement savings programs.

Qualifications

• A B.S. in Special Education or a related field is required.
• Willingness to obtain birth-to-kindergarten certification is desired.
• Must maintain current/valid teaching certification/license.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate functioning levels of service users.
• Develop and implement educational programs.
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Special Education knowledge

Communication skills

Curriculum development

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Special Education or related field

Tools

Diagnostic tools

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Job description

We are hiring for a position in IDD Special Education Teacher, type: Regular. If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services. Pay Rate: $50,000.00 per year; starting salary varies based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the functioning level and needs of service users from an educational perspective using formal and informal diagnostic tools.
• Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team in the development of each service user’s individual program.
• Work with and communicate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure provision of quality services.
• Develop and implement educational training programs as established by the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Conduct and monitor training and behavioral programs.
• Design curriculum and activities for the classroom.
• Document progress notes in service users’ records relative to objectives.
• Revise plans as needed to facilitate ongoing progress on objectives.
• Develop special educational activities appropriate for clients on your caseload.
• Plan educational outings/field trips for service users and participate in them as appropriate.
• Provide in‑services staff support to generalize training across settings and people.
• Ensure supply of educational materials for use in the classroom to meet service users’ needs.
• Work with representatives from other departments to address the total needs of each service user.
• Assist in the implementation of programs developed by other clinicians.
• Follow Department of Public Instruction regulations in the development and provision of educational services for service users.
• Participate in the Quality Assurance Assessment system as assigned.
• Assist nursing staff in ensuring the overall health care of service users.
• Maintain medication administration certification and assist as needed in giving medication.
• Complete forms and contact designated staff in the event of a service user accident or injury.
• Assist in investigations related to unknown injuries or suspected abuse and neglect.
• Maintain harmony among co‑workers, management, and service users.
• Serve as a role model for service users.
• Ensure dignity and respect for each service user by honoring privacy and confidentiality, age appropriateness, personal appearance, rules on interaction, and choices when appropriate.
• Complete clinical paperwork as required.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Special Education or a related field in early childhood education.
• A willingness to obtain birth‑to‑kindergarten certification upon request or as needed.
• A valid driver’s license may be required.
• Personal auto‑liability insurance is mandatory if transporting service users in a private or personal vehicle.
• Maintain the requirements for annual or five‑year cycle certification through the Department of Public Instruction.
• Maintain current/valid teaching certification/license or actively work toward the required credentials.
• Maintain birth‑to‑kindergarten certification when obtained.
• Maintain proficiency in company‑sponsored or required training.
• Certifications that may be required include: CPR, First Aid, NCI A, NCI B, CPI, and/or others specified by state and federal standards, regulations and/or company policy.
• #INDNC – Pre‑employment screening: complete a criminal background check.
• Name checked in registries: OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities.
• Drug testing.
• Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
• Proof of employment history or references (if required).
• Positions that require driving: proof of driver’s license, driver’s insurance, and vehicle when required for providing transportation.

Benefits

• Payactiv: early access to wages earned from hours worked before payday.
• Employee perks and discount program to help you save money.
• Paid Time Off (full‑time employees only).
• Health and insurance coverage (full‑time employees only).
• 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Well‑being programs: physical, emotional and financial chronic disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees).
• Training: free CPR, first aid, and job‑specific training opportunities.
• *Contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits.

EEO Statement

RHA is an equal opportunity employer. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees with protected disabilities as required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.