Teacher Trainee

Birch Family Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Birch Family Services in New York City seeks a Study Plan Teacher to plan and implement developmentally appropriate classroom activities in an educational setting, based on established performance standards and best practices.

The role involves leading the classroom team, organizing materials and schedules, using assessments and ongoing data to set goals and measure progress, and ensuring compliance with policies while collaborating with parents and staff.

Qualifications

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate classroom activities.
• Utilize assessment tools and data to set goals and measure progress.
• Adhere to behavior management policies and best practices.
• Attend and contribute to meetings and required trainings.
• Maintain documentation for regulatory and funding agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead classroom team and tailor instruction to individual student goals.
• Organize classroom environment, materials, and schedule for optimal learning.
• Document student progress and communicate performance to parents and staff.
• Collaborate with team and outside agencies as needed.
• Ensure compliance with school policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Collaborative leadership

Instructional techniques

Data collection

Behavior management

Communication

Education

Master’s Degree in Special Education

Enrolled in a graduate program in Special Education

Job description

The Study Plan Teacher will be responsible for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate classroom activities in an innovative educational setting based on established performance standards and best practices.

Essential Function

• Serve as a collaborative leader of the classroom team providing instruction in a variety of settings, uses effective instructional techniques customized to individual student’s goals and objectives; provides appropriate instruction to other classroom staff.
• Effectively organizes classroom environment, instructional materials, and schedule to match and maximize learning, including maintaining clean and organized work and common areas.
• Utilize appropriate assessment tools and ongoing data collection to (a) to develop and implement goals and objectives for each child, (b) to measure and communicate present level of performance, and (c) to make referrals as necessary.
• Adhere to the school philosophy regarding behavior management and implements all relevant techniques appropriately.
• Understand his/her role in language and communication facilitation and appropriately utilizes techniques for each child.
• Conducts or participates in all activities and meetings relevant to the position or required by supervisor (e.g., Initial and Annual Reviews; Parent/Teacher Conferences, Open School Night, Home Visits, Parent Center meetings; Team, Department and Classroom Meetings, etc.).
• Complies with regulatory requirements and school policy and procedures in all areas, and completes and submits within designated time frames all necessary documentation for regulatory and funding agencies.
• Maintains appropriate and effective interpersonal relationships with team and department members, parents, other staff, supervisors, administrators, and outside agencies. Demonstrates:
• Open communication, flexibility and the ability to learn and utilize team building strategies
• The ability to self-evaluate, to utilize supervision and problem solve
• The ability to both offer and accept assistance to/from others
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Master’s Degree in Special Education or Enrolled in a graduate program special education.

Experience

1-3 years of classroom experience in a Special Education setting. Classroom or clinical experience (one year) with school-age children with special needs is preferred.