Special Education Teacher

Position Type:

Teaching/Special Education Teacher

Date Posted:

5/13/2024

Location:

Westampton Campus

Date Available:

Immediate

Closing Date:

07/01/2024

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Are you passionate about education? Ready to make a real difference?

Join The Burlington County Special Services team as a Special Education Teacher, educating high school students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

At the Burlington County Special Services School District here in Burlington County, our Teachers work alongside some of the best teaching assistants, therapists, support staff, and behavior analysts to create and oversee the education and behavior reduction programs for each student. We are seeking a:

Special Education Teacher / Student w/ Disabilites Standard Certifcation (endorsement #2475) OR Elementary Teacher with Teacher of Students with Disabilities Endorsement

Candidate must hold appropriate NJDOE Certification as Teacher of the Handicapped or Elementary Education with Teacher of Students with Disabilities Endorsement.

Responsibilites include:

Teaching and Behavior Management

• Oversee implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for teaching and behavioral goals using an ABA model appropriately and consistently.

• Identify and manage maladaptive behaviors including tantrums, self-injury, and aggression; maintain data collection to measure effectiveness of programs.

• Develop and implement age-appropriate reinforcement systems.

• Review teaching and behavior data for progress and troubleshooting

Evaluation and Program Development

• Develop and maintain students' IEPs; attend and present at IEP meetings to support academic advancement and real life skills

• Facilitate student transitions to other programs

• Write quarterly progress reports; review and edit program reports.

Classroom Oversight

• Oversee teaching assistants assigned to the classroom

• Provide training and feedback to classroom staff (both formal and informal)

• Monitor student health and wellbeing.

• Maintain classroom materials and program upkeep.

• Maintain daily communication with families.

• Maintain a professional demeanor and ensure confidentiality with regard to students, families, and staff.

Qualifications:

Education Requirements:

• Degree in Special Education or related field*per required NJDOE Endorsements

• New Jersey certification in Special Education/Teacher of the Handicapped

• New Jersey certification in Elementary Education and Teacher of Students with Disabilities

Physical Abilities:

• Lift and/or move up to 50lbs.

• Sit, stand, bend, squat, kneel, stretch, stoop, and/or reach above shoulder level for extended periods of time.

• Ability to move or be moved freely and quickly to ensure the safety of students at all times.

• Pass and maintain Professional Crisis Management (PCM) certification, including implementation of all strategies and techniques.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Competent in Applied Behavior Analysis; familiar with behavior and teaching methodologies.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Demonstrated ability to solve problems, exercise independent judgment, and make appropriate decisions based on established policies and procedures.

Salary per the Negotiated Contract

Required Criminal History background check

Proof of US citizenship or legal resident alien status

Must be a NJ resident within one year from date of hire

EEO/AA

It is the policy of the Burlington County Special Services School District not to discriminate against someone on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex (including pregnancy),

disability or genetic information, or other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.

Drug Testing Required

Interested candidates please visit us on the web in order to apply

https://www.bcsssd.k12.nj.us/employment