Severe Special Education Teacher
Schedule: Day time 8-4:30pm M-F
*General Responsibilities:*
The Lead Special Education Teacher is responsible for providing educational instruction to assigned students in a structured classroom environment designed to promote intellectual, emotional and social growth.
They will develop teaching plans that are appropriate to the ages and populations served, specifically children and adolescents (ages 3-21 years) with emotional, developmental and/or behavioral needs.
Supervises ABAC's.
*Basic Qualification:*
*Education/Training*
* Minimum of a Master's Degree in Special Education.
*Certifications/Licensure*
* Special Education certification (Severe Disabilities-All Levels) issued by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).
BCBA preferred.
* A valid US driver's license and a minimum age of twenty-one (21) years old.
Must be capable of attaining approved Melmark driver status.
* Must meet Massachusetts Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) background check requirements.
* Successful completion of employer provided certification in CPR, First Aid, Crisis Intervention, and Melmark's Orientation Program and New Hire Onsite training program.
*Skill(s)*
* Must demonstrate strong reading, written and oral language skills.
Strong teaching skills with emphasis on students who are emotionally, behaviorally, physically and/or developmentally challenged.
Experience or interest in the principles and application of Applied Behavior Analysis, curriculum and special education (Autism Spectrum Disorders).
Strong interpersonal skills are required.
Supervision experience.
*Experience*
* Prefer at least two (2) years experience with specialized populations.
Advanced skills in educational and clinical services will be required in this role.
*Interrelationships*
* Works cooperatively with all members of the multidisciplinary team (Nursing Services, Vocational Services, Clinical Services, Residential Staff, Allied Health Services), families and other
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.
00 - $90,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Day shift
Work setting:
* In-person
Education:
* Master's (Required)
Experience:
* Teaching: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
* Severe Disabilities Licensure (Required)
Work Location: In person
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