Special Education Teacher, PK-4
Company: Behavioral Health Associates
Location: Jim Thorpe
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
Behavioral Health Associates (BHA) empowers students by
providing comprehensive and compassionate educational and mental
health resources for all students through many programs, regardless
of their circumstances. How we approach this incredible task
changes constantly. At the heart of every decision we make is each
student that comes to BHA. We strive to give each of them exactly
what they need to become confident, happy, lifelong learner and a
cherished member of society.
We currently have an opening through our satellite location in
Albrightsville, PA, for a Special Education Teacher PK-4 to start
at the beginning of the 2022-2023 School Year!
POSITION GOAL: The main goal of the Special Education Teacher is to
identify the individual needs of each child and create a healthy,
inspiring, and supportive learning environment. The student
population worked with varies in needs based on individual student,
i.e., high anxiety, low motivation, social skills deficits and many
other areas that can affect a student's academic performance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Teaching a small group of students and individuals inside and
outside of the classroom
- Preparing and executing lessons to complete learning
objectives
- Assessing the students' work done in class
- Developing, adapting, and implementing education plans (IEPS)
and teaching methods that are suitable for each student
- Using special tools and equipment provided to stimulate an
interesting and engaging learning environment, as well as
supporting students' emotional needs
- Coordinating with administration to create individualized
learning plans for the student
- Quarterly updating parents/home districts on their students'
progress
- Tracking the academic/behavioral goal performance of students
for signs of progress
- Working with student one-on-one when they need extra help or
attention
- Establishing and enforcing rules of behavior for students in
the classroom
- Establishing and communicating clear objectives for lessons,
units, and projects
- Adapting teaching methods and materials to meet the interests
and learning styles of each student
- Maintain working relationship with Instructional Assistant in
classroom to complete daily behavior sheet and provide daily
communication to parent/guardian
- Perform other duties as assigned
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
- Ability to build positive relationships with students, parents,
co-workers and outside staff/organizations
- Ability to work well with students from different backgrounds
who have different abilities
- Well-organized and self-driven to devise and adopt new
techniques for teaching and keeping the class orderly
- Ability to manage the classroom despite challenging
behavior
- Strong written and communication skills
- Compassionate, kind and patient with children
- Excellent leader and mentor for students
- Strong attention to detail and an inquisitive mind to
understand each individual student
- Strong teaching abilities
- Strong conflict resolution skills
- Adapting teach methods and materials to meet the interests and
learning styles of students
- Proficient active listening skills to understand and adapt to
student's various learning/emotional/behavioral needs
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum Bachelor's Degree
- Special Education Certification (PK-4)
- Experience with students with ASD is beneficial, but not
required
- NCPI training is beneficial, but not required
- Restorative practice training is beneficial, but not
required
BENEFITS
- Full Time
- Paid Leave for Sick and Personal Days
- Time Off for Holidays and Breaks
- Paid Year Round
- Choice of Two Medical Plans, Dental, Vision and Voluntary Life
Insurance
- Company Paid: Group Life Insurance and Employee Assistance
Program
- Retirement Plan with Company Match up to 3% of your Annual
Salary
- Tuition Reimbursement
When applying to this position, please include a copy of your
Standard PA Teaching Application, letter of interest, resume,
current clearances and PA Teaching Certification.
BHA is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. BHA is an
equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis
of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual
orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or other
legally protected status.
Keywords: Behavioral Health Associates, Allentown , Special Education Teacher, PK-4, Education / Teaching , Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania
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