Early Childhood Special Education/Inclusion Teacher 26

EVELYN RUBENSTEIN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF HOUSTON TEXAS•Houston, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bertha Alyce Early Childhood School of the Evelyn Rubenstein JCC seeks an Early Childhood Special Education/ Inclusion Teacher to work in our year-round (June-May) progressive inclusion program. Our school employs a dynamic team of special education professionals to create interventions and curriculum to support the optimal development for Preschool children with disabilities and developmental delays. We have a welcoming culture founded on the ethics and values of Judaism. You are joining a team dedicated to building an exemplary inclusive preschool that is a leader in the Houston community.

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree in special education or a complimentary field
Experience writing IEPs, designing interventions, and modifying/adapting curriculum and routines for young children
3+ years classroom special education experience
Proficiency utilizing technology in support of education
An engaging, hands-on approach to working with teams of professionals
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
Ability to stand for long intervals
Ability to engage with children at their level, which can include sitting on the floor
Upon hire, complete First Aid and CPR Certification (or recertification upon expiration)

Nice To Haves

A valid teaching certification or license

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment by designing appropriate room arrangements, promoting healthy eating practices, maintaining a safe environment, and posting necessary information.
Implement classroom management strategies to maintain an orderly learning environment.
Create and implement IEP for children in the STARS program.
Provide a balance between child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities, and between quiet and active learning activities.
Use equipment and materials for indoor and outdoor play that promote children’s physical development.
Provide an integrated curriculum that meets the needs of individual children.
Plan and implement experiences that support a child’s intellectual development.
Plan and implement hands-on activities that develop positive self-esteem and self-image.
Plan and implement hands-on activities that develop social skills and encourage peer interactions.
Plan and implement culturally diverse experiences.
Use and promote positive guidance techniques.
Provide a wide variety of creative and expressive activities.
Establish routines with smooth transition periods.
Communicate with children at their developmental level.
Engage in daily communication with families about their child’s day and care events, through verbal communication, daily written communication, and our online communication platform.
Relate assessment information to parents and offers support for dealing with children at different developmental stages.
Promote communication with parents through weekly progress notes, a weekly newsletter, and at three parent conferences a year.
Provide a variety of ways that families can participate in the program.
Assess program supplies and materials needed prior to implementing activities.
Coordinate and help supervise aides, assistants, and volunteers working in the classroom.
Maintain written plans on a weekly basis.
Assess children’s needs and developmental progress on an ongoing basis.
Promote the center’s philosophy and educational objectives.
Maintain a high level of professionalism daily.
Communicate respectfully and professionally with colleagues and supervisors.
Communicate directly with colleagues and therapists about adaptions and modifications for each individual child.
Maintain consistent attendance and tracking of personal time off.
Engage in ongoing staff development to improve personal and professional skills.
Support the professional growth and development of colleagues by sharing materials and information and providing helpful feedback and encouragement.
Attend staff meetings, workshops, and in-service training provided by the center.
Ensure that annual requirements for state licensing hours are met.