Teacher Trainee - Study Plan Teacher

Birch Family Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Birch Family Services seeks a dedicated Study Plan Teacher for its Washington Heights Early Childhood Center. This full-time position focuses on planning innovative educational activities and leading a classroom team in a special education setting. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree and be committed to fostering an effective learning environment guided by best practices in education.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of classroom experience in a Special Education setting required.
• Classroom or clinical experience with school-age children with special needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate classroom activities.
• Collaborate with other staff to provide effective instruction.
• Adhere to school policies and maintain documentation for regulatory agencies.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Team Building

Classroom Management

Education

Master’s Degree in Special Education

Enrolled in a graduate program in Special Education

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry

Job Location: Washington Heights Early Childhood Center - New York, NY

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Bachelors Degree

Salary Range: $24.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Education

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.