Floating Teacher

Vista Autism Services•Carlisle, PA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The CoVE Floating Teacher, under the direction of the Director of Instructional Programs-CoVE or the Supervisor of Special Education-CoVE, is responsible for covering teacher absences and scheduled leave, and providing support for classroom teams. The CoVE Floating Teacher will exhibit a high degree of collaboration with all team members and will be a self-starter initiating ways to support teachers, students, and staff in the CoVE program.

Requirements

Instructional I Special Education PK-8 or PK-12 certification
Previous experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Experience with Applied Behavior Analysis programming
Successful completion and renewal of emergency prevention and intervention strategies
Successful completion of all pre-employment requirements
Successful completion of all required PA Department of Education training required
High proficiency of technology, Microsoft Office Products, and internet applications required
Ability to work efficiently with a service-oriented attitude with frequent interruptions
Demonstrates strong relationship and networking skills
Demonstrates strong leadership abilities and organizational skills
Effectively manages multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines
Problem solves in a positive manner to analyze issues and create action plans
Demonstrates flexibility, receptiveness to change, tactfulness, patience, and professionalism

Responsibilities

Serves as substitute teacher during teacher absences assuming responsibility for the class, performing all tasks of the absent teacher
Employs special education strategies and techniques during instruction, while adhering to the IEP, to increase student achievement
Teaches socially acceptable behavior, as determined by the student’s IEP and behavior plan, by employing techniques of Applied Behavior Analysis
Utilizes and adheres to data collection systems developed by the teacher and behavior consultant
Works with small groups to support/enhance student learning in certified area of expertise
Assists with administering weekly, state, or local assessments (i.e. DRA, Spelling Inventory, Acadience, PSSA, PASA etc.)
Maintains accurate and complete student records (attendance, special education paperwork, etc.) and prepares reports, as required by law, organization policies, and administrative regulations during the teacher’s absence
Collaborates with instructional staff, district personnel, and parents to improve the quality of student outcomes and achieve established classroom objectives, as appropriate
Follows all expectations for professional behavior/dress as required in a public school setting
Completes other duties as assigned