Emotionally Impaired Teacher

Job Description

As an Emotionally Impaired Teacher, you will be responsible for developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with emotional and behavioral challenges. Your role will involve close collaboration with parents, guardians, and fellow educators to support student learning and progress.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging lesson plans that cater to the diverse needs of students.
• Assess and evaluate students’ academic and emotional progress.
• Implement behavior management strategies to promote a positive classroom environment.
• Utilize assistive technology and resources to enhance student learning.
• Foster positive relationships with students to help build trust and understanding.
• Stay informed on current trends and best practices in special education.
• Engage in regular communication with parents and guardians about their children’s progress.
• Coordinate with mental health professionals and support staff to ensure comprehensive support.
• Lead classroom activities and provide social-emotional learning opportunities.

Requirements

Education

• Master’s degree in special education or related field is preferred
• Certification in special education or equivalent is required

Experience

• Experience with behavior management and crisis intervention techniques

Technical Skills

• Behavior management software proficiency
• Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Soft Skills

• Problem-solving
• Flexibility

Advantageous

• Behavioral intervention strategies: Experience in implementing effective behavioral strategies tailored to individual students.
• Collaborative teaching experience: Ability to work collaboratively with co-teachers and support staff.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including access to counseling services
• Generous retirement contribution matching
• Opportunities for ongoing professional training and development
• Supportive team culture with regular team-building events

Company Culture

• Respect and Integrity: We treat every member of our community with respect and uphold the highest standards of integrity.
• Growth Mindset: We encourage all staff to embrace growth and explore new teaching methodologies.
• Community Engagement: We actively engage with families and the community to ensure student success.