Classroom Facilitator - Infinity Academy Ozark

THE ARC OF THE OZARKS • Ozark, MO

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Classroom Facilitator is responsible for supporting students in implementing their individualized academic curriculum and program activities that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Facilitators supervise both individual and group activities, ensuring lessons, recreational and physical activities, community projects, and career exploration opportunities are completed. They collaborate closely with the Director to develop monthly plans, review student progress, and evaluate program effectiveness. This position also involves implementing behavioral, developmental, and sensory supports to help students succeed, while maintaining open communication with families, staff, and community partners. Facilitators work under the general supervision of the Director of Infinity Academy.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Licensed and insured driver, with ability to obtain a Missouri Class E driver’s license
• Experience working with persons with autism spectrum disorder, gifted learners, or related developmental disabilities. This experience must have been involved in the provision of educational or community based programs for persons with intellectual disabilities and other developmental disabilities.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to work with and respect persons with intellectual disabilities and other developmental disabilities.
• Ability to work establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, therapists, families, and stakeholders.
• Ability to accept and adapt to changes in assignments, methods, policies, etc. and perform other duties as assigned.
• Ability to express empathy, compassion, and cultural competence when working with students from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic statuses.
• Knowledge of positive behavior support principles and practices, and cognitive behavior management techniques as they apply to therapeutic treatment and education for those with autism spectrum disorder, gifted learners, and other developmental disabilities.
• Some knowledge of middle and high school curriculum, teaching methodologies and assessment.
• Ability to deal effectively and graciously with situations requiring tact and judgement.
• Must exhibit effective and strong oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field preferred
• Prior experience working with middle and high school students preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in education or related human service field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support students in completing their individualized academic curriculum plans
• Provide supervision and support for both individual and group activities
• Collaborate with the Director to plan social, life-skills, recreational, community, and career-based activities
• Collect and record data on student progress and behavior to inform instruction
• Foster positive relationships with students, families, and stakeholders
• Implement positive behavior support techniques and sensory supports as needed
• Participate in team meetings, professional development, and program evaluations
• Maintain classrooms and facilities in a safe, clean, and stimulating environment
• Responsible for supporting and ensuring implementation of the student’s academic curriculum plans are being followed and completed.
• Oversight of individual and group supervision of weekly plans and activities for the students.
• Collaborate with the Director to ensure that social and life-skill lessons, recreational and physical activities, community projects, and career exploration opportunities are scheduled.
• Meet regularly as a team with the Director to develop monthly plans and activities and review and evaluate student progress and program effectiveness.
• Collect data on student progress and behavior to monitor skill acquisition, identify areas for improvement, and adjust facilitation strategies accordingly.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and behavior to inform ongoing intervention planning.
• Foster positive relationships with students, families, community organizations and stakeholders.
• Foster open communication and collaboration with co-workers and supervisors to ensure continuity of care for the educational process.
• Participate in team meetings and professional development activities to support student progress and program effectiveness.
• In coordination with the Director, implement developmental, behavioral, and sensory supports necessary for each student’s success.
• Sets clear and consistent expectations for behavior with students.
• Implement proactive and positive behavior management techniques to address challenging behaviors and promote the development of appropriate social skills and self-regulation strategies.
• Contributes and provides input on the progress and/or challenges of individual students at weekly team meetings.
• Adhere to professional standards, ethical guidelines, and Arc Core Values.
• Ensure compliance with confidentiality and HIPPA regulations regarding student confidentiality and privacy.
• Participate in professional development trainings & in-services.
• Maintain classrooms and facilities in a clean, safe, and stimulating environment.
• Promptly report any health or safety concerns to the Director immediately.

Benefits

• Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance available on day 1, no waiting periods
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 4% employer match after 1 year
• Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

What This Job Offers

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