Licensed Teacher - Special Education Teacher - University Medical Center Rehab Therapies

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa Health Care is hiring a Licensed Teacher - Special Education Teacher to provide instructional support for children and adolescents in a psychiatric unit. This full-time position involves collaborating with local schools and delivering individualized educational programs while ensuring compliance with clinical standards.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Health and dental insurance

Generous employer contributions to retirement plans

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of teaching experience required.
• Experience in special education, particularly with children exhibiting challenging behaviors.
• Valid Iowa Teaching Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient care as a certified teacher.
• Prepare lesson plans and instruct children and adolescents with mental health diagnoses.
• Record data on students' progress during educational activities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)

Behavior management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Special Education Certification

Job description

Licensed Teacher - Special Education Teacher - University Medical Center Rehab Therapies

The Department of Rehabilitation Therapies at the University of Iowa Health Medical Center is seeking a staff Educator to plan and implementacademicandtherapeuticinstructionanddocumentstudentprogress.Thispositionentailsworkingonan inpatient psychiatric unit with children and adolescent patients with a mental health diagnosis.

• Providequalitypatientcareasacertifiedteacherincludingstandardizedassessment,lessonpreparation,individualand small group academic instruction, and therapeutic instruction
• Recorddataonthestatusandprogressofpatientseverydaytheyparticipateineducationalactivitiesandon transactions with their community schools, parents, and professionals
• Exhibitacommitmenttoquality/process improvement
• Performroutineandassignedadministrativetasks efficiently
• Exhibitpersonalandprofessionalbehaviorofthehighest quality
• Adheretoalldepartmentclinicalandprofessional standards Seek opportunities to enhance one’s own professional knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to one’s current position and/or to prepare for potential future roles and overall career development
• Performspecialprojectsandtasksas assigned

University of Iowa Health Care —recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.

Location: University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center (200 Hawkins Dr)

Type of Position: Regular full-time position during academic school year. Employee is placed on leave of absence for the summer; however, some hours are required during the summer to cover staffing needs.

Benefits Highlights:

• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1–3yearsofteaching experience
• Experienceworking with students exhibiting challenging behaviors
• Experience implementing and teachingsocial-emotional (SEL) curriculum
• Special Education Certification or Endorsement in one or more of these areas: Behavior Disorders, Learning Disabilities, Early Childhood Special Education, or Intellectual Disabilities

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid Iowa Teaching Certificate

Desirable Qualifications:

• Master’s degreein Education or related field
• InstructionalStrategist II ID and BD/LD Endorsements
• Teachingexperienceinspecial education, particularly in a self-contained classroom
• Demonstrated success working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities
• Experience implementing TEACCH (Treatment and Education of Autistic and Communication-Handicapped Children) or similar teaching approaches
• Proficiency in managing challenging behaviors using evidenced based strategies and behavior intervention plans
• Demonstrated skill in the development of curriculum aligned to students’ IEP goals, ensuring success to meaningful and individualized instruction.
• Strong working knowledge of ACHIEVE Iowa for IEP development and compliance.
• Ability to independently plan, facilitate, and lead IEP meetings, ensuring family centered collaboration and alignment with IDEA requirements.
• Skilled in collaborating with local school districts to gather academic and behavioral data and provide clear, supportive transition recommendations for returning students.

Application Process: To be considered, applicants must uploada resume and cover letter(under submission relevant materials)that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction historyand will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.

Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, [phone] or [e-mail] . For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543 .

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