Autism Support Teacher

The Bradley Center • Pittsburgh, PA

12h • Onsite

About The Position

The Bradley School is a licensed private academy educating students who present with special education needs. These students may have learning, emotional and/or behavioral challenges and struggle to succeed in a traditional classroom setting. The Bradley School offers each student a different kind of academic experience and a renewed chance at success. Our experienced staff and our dedication to enhancing the lives of every child we serve are the building blocks of education at the Bradley School. In addition, our classrooms include state-of-the-art resources that are specifically designed to serve the needs of the students. We are looking for an Autism Support Teacher who is motivated, compassionate and has a calling and passion for helping children. We are looking for someone with initiative, creativity and a desire to have a positive impact on a child’s life.

Requirements

• Current PA Department of Education Certification in Special Education required (K-12 preferred)
• Minimum of six months experience working with youth in a special education or psychiatric setting required
• Initiative
• Ability to build rapport with clients
• Patience and creativity while working with residents at their own pace
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Professional demeanor, sound judgment, dependability, and a strong work ethicic

Nice To Haves

• Autism certification or endorsement or ABA degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Educating students who present with special education needs.
• Providing students with a different kind of academic experience and a renewed chance at success.
• Utilizing state-of-the-art resources designed to serve the needs of the students.
• Having a positive impact on a child's life.

Benefits

• Student loan repayment program (We contribute directly to employee's student loan lenders monthly)
• $1500 sign on bonus
• $2000 relocation assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Four weeks paid time off in first year of employment
• Health, dental and vision Coverage
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Free parking and meals
• Advanced training opportunities and continuing education credits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED