Substitute Teacher (Special Education)

Shrub Oak International School; Lake Mohegan (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Shrub Oak International School seeks a Substitute Teacher to provide instruction for autistic children and adolescents. The role involves collaborating with staff to support students' educational programs. Candidates must possess a Master's degree in special education and be eligible for a NYS Teaching Certificate. Responsibilities include daily instruction, behavior management, and data analysis related to student progress.

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid time off

401k with company match

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Master's degree in special education is required.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws related to special education is required.
• Experience with middle and high school students with Autism is required.

Responsibilities

• Substitute for teachers on short-term and long-term leave.
• Provide daily instruction supporting student's academic and vocational development.
• Collaborate with faculty and clinicians for effective educational programming.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Analytical thinking

Behavior management

Education

Master's degree in special education or related degree

Eligible for a NYS Teaching Certificate

Credentials in middle or adolescent special education

Job description

Company Overview:

Shrub Oak International School (www.shruboak.org) is a therapeutic day and residential school for autistic children, adolescents, and young adults with complex co-occurring conditions. Located in northern Westchester County, Shrub Oak offers unparalleled educational opportunities for autistic students in a family-centric, supportive environment. We offer a variety of programs to meet the needs of students across the spectrum, and our curriculum is based on the most advanced and successful evidence-based clinical and academic approaches in ASD education.

Essential Functions:

The Substitute Teacher is a 12-month, professional position reporting to an educational coordinator. The Substitute Teacher will be placed by the Operations Manager in classes where the teacher is either on short-term or long-term leave. Under the direction of the educational coordinator, the Substitute Teacher provides instruction in academic content, life skills, vocational skills, etc. based on IEP goals and/or diploma requirements. Daily instruction by the Substitute Teacher will occur within the school building, on the school grounds and in the community. The Substitute Teacher will communicate closely with all levels of staff from all areas of campus life including clinical to support a unique enhanced educational experience. Student educational program will be designed to enrich their academic, activities of daily life and vocational development using hands-on, student driven activities that are goal-oriented and self-directed. The Substitute Teacher will also actively assist with other programs, events, and services, and has the opportunity to be involved in a wide range of educational responsibilities. Having access to confidential information regarding Shrub Oak and its students, discretion and independent judgement is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Reporting directly to an educational coordinator:

• Substitutes for teachers who are on short-term and long-term leave

• Performs daily instructional duties that promote student access to academic content, life skills, vocational skills, etc.

• Collaborates with faculty and clinicians to support students in all areas of campus life

• Promotes the student's development of appropriate communication, behavior and social interaction

• Model's effective instructional best practices that closely align with the mission, vision, goals, strategic plan and learning outcomes

• Assists students with self-care needs, and assists with behavior management, as needed

• Ensures safety procedures are followed

• Collects and analyzes data pertinent to skills and progress in all academic, social, and emotional areas

• Maintains records, files, and documentation

• Communicates and collaborates with faculty and clinicians regarding educational programming

• Collaborates with Special Area Teachers, Assistant Teachers and clinicians on a regular basis to ensure effective and consistent programming

• Communicates with administration, as needed

• Remains current with national and state laws, regulations, guidelines, and instructional practices for special education

• Utilizes technology for information, resources, organization, data collection, and reporting

• Respects confidentiality concerning students

• Maintains personal professional growth in academic areas and special education

• Participates in professional development activities

• Shows sensitivity and responsiveness to the diverse needs of students, families, faculty, and staff, with a high degree of cultural competency and collegiality

• Performs other duties as assigned

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Experience & Education:

• Master's degree in special education or related degree(Required)

• Eligible for a NYS Teaching Certificate(Required)

• Demonstrates knowledge of federal law (IDEA), state law, and national standards related to special education(Required)

• Demonstrates knowledge and experience with technology applications as they relate to instructional resources and strategies(Required)

• Experience with middle and high school students with Autism and related disorders(Required)

• Regular and consistent attendance is required(Required)

• Credentials in middle or adolescent special education(Preferred)

• Expertise in a specific academic content area(Preferred)

• Knowledge of best practices in special education(Preferred)

• Knowledge of educational and Career Development and Occupational Studies(Preferred)

• Knowledge of data collection and analysis for decision-making(Preferred)

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills

• Demonstrates interpersonal and organizational skills

• Ability to use Shrub Oak’s technology system

• Ability to adapt, remain flexible and make appropriate decisions under pressure and evolving circumstances

• Skilled in managing challenging behaviors and executing de-escalation techniques

• Strong ability to process and retain information and to think critically and analytically during crisis

• Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.

• Demonstrated ability to succeed in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment

• Ability to handle highly challenging behaviors, including those aggressive in nature

• Ability to get TCIS trained and complete/maintain all required trainings
  
  
  Salary: $30/hr

Benefits:

Available for full-time employees. An overview of our benefits:

• Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance

• Flexible spending account (FSA)

• Paid time off (PTO)

• 401k w/ company match

• Tuition/Professional development assistance

• Employee assistance program (EAP)

• Employee discounts

Physical Requirements/Demands:

A workday regularly includes multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines and time pressures; work regularly requires sustained concentration. Standing for sustained periods of time, bending, stretching, walking up and down stairs (building has 6 floors), around a hilly campus as needed, may also require walking between floors or between buildings at a moment’s notice. May need to lift/moveboxes up to 25 pounds and move or rearrange furniture.

Work Environment:

We are a boarding school located on a 127-acre campus. The work environment will include both indoor and outdoor spaces, mostly inside the classroom or educational environment. May include work within the residential setting. The building has 6 floors accessible by staircases and elevators.

EEO Statement:

Shrub Oak is an equal employment opportunity employer. Shrub Oak International School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for a job or to perform the essentials functions of their job. Please advise us if you require a reasonable accommodation.

Please note:

SOIS maintains a smoke-free environment to ensure the health and safety of our students, employees, and community. Smoking or vaping of any kind is strictly prohibited indoors, outdoors, and during off-campus activities, with enforcement measures in place including smoke/vape detectors. Non-compliance will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.