Special Education Teacher - Access Points Grades 3-5 - Full-Time

Pediatric Developmental Services; Madison (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

IRA with company matching

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is hiring a Special Education Teacher to join our staff in an Access Points classroom serving students in grades 3-5. The role offers a competitive salary and generous benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance with company contribution, plus an IRA with company matching.

You will create and execute IEPs, collaborate with staff and families, and participate in IEP meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field.
• Florida Elementary Education (K-6) license/certification.
• Florida DOE ESE endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute IEPs for each student.
• Communicate progress and challenges with staff and family.
• Prepare detailed lesson plans and submit for approval.
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled by the school.
• Use individualized reinforcement techniques to support students.
• Invite families to participate in student progress.
• Create and distribute quarterly progress reports.
• Collaborate with on-site therapist on behavioral issues.
• Maintain a safe and productive classroom environment.

Skills

IEP writing

IEP meetings

Family communication

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Florida Elementary Education license

ESE endorsement

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire a Special Education Teacher to join our staff and work in an amazing school! Are you passionate about helping all students reach their potential? Do you love working in a bright, active, positive environment? Are you interested in joining an organization devoted to helping all children succeed? If so, we want to hear from you!

Position Details

This role supports an Access Points classroom serving students in grades 3-5.

This position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or a relevant field
• Florida Elementary Education (K-6) license/certification
• Florida Department of Education ESE (Exceptional Student Education) endorsement
• Experience with IEP writing, meetings, etc.
• Experience working with elementary-aged students

Responsibilities

• Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each of the students in your care
• Communicate with other staff and family members about each student's progress and struggles
• Prepare detailed lesson plans and submit them to administrators for approval
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled by the school
• Use individualized reinforcement techniques to keep each student on the path toward greatness
• Invite family members to participate in each student's educational progress
• Create and distribute progress reports quarterly
• Confer with on-site therapist over disciplinary and behavioral issues with students
• Create a safe, productive classroom environment

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified teachers and pediatric therapists, including Special Education Teachers; as well as speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to Special Education Teachers, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

For every therapist and educator that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.