Teacher

Helm Academy; Yorkshire (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Helm Academy is seeking an experienced Teacher to join our innovative SEN school in Virginia, United States. As a teacher, you will plan and deliver tailored lessons for students with special educational needs, while implementing Individual Education Plans collaboratively. This role requires Qualified Teacher Status and a genuine passion for supporting diverse learners. Join Helm Academy and be part of our mission to provide exceptional educational outcomes for children in a nurturing environment. Opportunities for career advancement are abundant as we grow.

Qualifications

• Passionate commitment to students with special educational needs.
• Strong understanding of challenges faced by SEN children.
• Experience implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality lessons tailored to SEN students.
• Develop and implement IEPs in collaboration with parents and support staff.
• Foster an inclusive classroom environment promoting engagement.

Skills

Commitment to students with SEND

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a team

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Relevant teaching experience

Job description

Fantastic opportunity exists for an experienced Teacher at Helm Academy. We are always keen to speak to suitably qualified, experienced teacher who has an ardent desire to develop their career as well as making a difference to the children we serve. As a specialist trauma informed Special Educational Needs (SEN) school.

You will be working for a dynamic, professional and innovative company, we strive for service excellence by investing in our people. We are committed to provide the best possible outcomes and making a positive difference to the future of the children we teach.

Helm Academy is an innovative new SEN school dedicated to providing a nurturing and supportive environment for children with diverse learning needs. As a specialist children’s home provider, our successful organic growth has led us to expand our mission, and we are excited to open our first Independent SEN & SEMH Specialist Schools (11-16) offering an alternative curriculum to young people with a range of SEMH special educational needs.

Helm Academy are continually developing the specialist services to become the gold standard in the SEN education so there will be future opportunities for strong management candidates to manage multi sites. Join us early in our organic growth with abundance of opportunities excelling your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality lessons tailored to the needs of students with SEN.
• Develop and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in collaboration with parents, caregivers, and support staff.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes student engagement and well-being.
• Use a variety of teaching methods and resources to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress, providing feedback and support to facilitate growth.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and enhance the overall learning experience.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to continually improve teaching practices.

Entry Requirements

• A committed and passionate view of students with SEND
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with relevant teaching experience, preferably in a SEN setting.
• Strong understanding of the challenges faced by children with SEN and effective strategies to support their learning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.