Exceptional Student Services Teacher

Leona Group Schools•Lake Havasu City, AZ

5d•$55,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Leona Group Schools are a group of schools ranging from Preschool to High School uniquely designed for their communities. Schools meet each child where they are, responding to their unique circumstances and addressing their academic, social, and emotional needs. Our schools are more than teams of effective educators – we are mentors, advisors, and caring adults for our students, guiding them to take control of their learning and lives. Our schools are focused on creating meaningful relationships with families and collaborating with community-based organizations, providing opportunities and resources that increase our students' safety, stability, and success. Are you a passionate educator ready to find your place on our dedicated team? Professional Development and Support: Elevate your career with ongoing professional development opportunities and dedicated support systems that foster growth and excellence. Merit Based Pay : We proudly offer a merit-based compensation structure, recognizing and rewarding excellence in performance. Additionally, our commitment extends beyond financial incentives to include opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Low-Cost, High-Value Benefits: We prioritize affordable excellence in benefits for our dedicated educators. Delve into a comprehensive package designed to not only meet but exceed your expectations. Join our team of educators at one of our unique campuses across Arizona and decide where you will make a difference! POSITION OBJECTIVE: The role of the Exceptional Student Services Teacher (K-12) involves designing, coordinating, and executing a suitable educational curriculum within a supportive learning atmosphere to assist ESS students in unlocking and reaching their academic capabilities.

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelors Degree
Mild-Moderate Disabilities K-12, Moderate/Severe Disabilities K-12 Certification in one of the following areas is required
Relevant teaching experience
Knowledge of relevant technology
IVP Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
Develop schemes of work and lesson plans
Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
Prepare classroom for class activities
Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs
Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
Use relevant technology to support instruction
Observe and evaluate students’ performance and development
Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments
Provide appropriate feedback on work
Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students
Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development
Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations
Prepare required reports on students and activities
Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
Apply appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary
Perform duties but not limited to student support, counseling students with academic problems and providing student encouragement
Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations
Participate in department and school meetings, parent meetings
Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs
Keep up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities
Other duties as assigned