Teacher

Murray Ridge Center; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Murray Ridge Center in Elyria, Ohio, is hiring for an instructional role aimed at supporting students with developmental disabilities. The successful candidate will develop and implement educational activities, manage Individual Educational Plans (IEPs), and maintain a positive learning environment.

Applicants must possess a Bachelor’s degree, valid Intervention Specialist licensure, and a commitment to professional development. This position follows a school day schedule with additional meetings as necessary.

Qualifications

• Possess or ability to obtain Intervention Specialist licensure.
• Must maintain a valid Ohio driver’s license and good driving record.
• Commitment to professional growth and obtaining necessary certifications.

Responsibilities

• Instruct classes based on Individual Educational Plans (IEPs).
• Monitor and develop IEP objectives and track relevant data.
• Administer health and safety protocols in the classroom.

Skills

Intervention Specialist licensure

Experience with students with developmental disabilities

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

iPad usage

Spreadsheet software

Good driving record

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Must have a Bachelor’s degree. Must possess, or ability to possess, Intervention Specialist licensure by the State of Ohio Department of Education(ODE). Must continue professional growth and certification. Ability to use Microsoft Word and Outlook.

Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license and an insured personal vehicle for use while on agency business. Must possess and maintain a good driving record. Must have a history of satisfactory job performance. Must have a record of reliable work attendance.

Must be able to meet all requirements and obtain all certificates required to perform the job or any aspect of the job and to access funding for performance of any aspect of the job.

Preferred:

Possess an Intervention Specialist Moderate/Intensive Educational Needs (K-12) licensure. Experience in working with students with developmental disabilities. Ability to use iPad and spreadsheet software.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Instruct classes by developing and implementing activities/lessons designed to address needs/goals/objectives based on a student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP). Provide guidance and assistance at all times to students. Attend to duties as assigned. Offer needed direction to insure implementation of programs/plans.

Develop/monitor IEP objectives/goals. Record and track relevant data. Submit lesson plans designed to meet student needs, and reflect teacher/school aide activities.

Be familiar with and use multifactored data to construct realistic and attainable goals/objectives for IEPs.

Submit written reports to parents and transdisciplinary team; maintain needed documents and records.

Develop, implement, monitor and document behavior and behavior changes.

Complete ODE-related reports and perform ODE-related activities as requested.

Assure health and safety by administering and following through on delegated nursing tasks, use proper transfer and positioning techniques, and maintain a safe and clean teaching environment.

Foster positive public relations by attending open houses, parent-teacher conferences, and all other meetings as warranted/assigned.

HOURS:

School day schedule, Monday-Friday, except on weekly meeting night, plus one additional meeting per month, as assigned. Follows Board-approved Murray Ridge School calendar. Flexible as needed.

This agency supports the full intent and goals of Equal Employment Opportunities and insures that all employees and applicants will be afforded equal opportunities for appointment, promotion, training, career advancement and recognition without regard to mental handicap, physical handicap, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age or political affiliation.