High School English Teacher
About The Position
PHILLIPS PROGRAMS Schools is a private special education day school for children with emotional and behavioral needs. PHILLIPS has a unique approach to special education. Our schools embrace the whole child and family with all their strengths and challenges. We provide a place of relationship and belonging where students can be accepted; treated with compassion and respect. We offer our employees competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, a place where you can learn and grow as a professional, and a warm and friendly environment that lives our values. In addition, our staff are eligible for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program + a $2,500 sign on bonus for this role!
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree, required.
- Must meet the qualifications for a Maryland Educator License in special education at the appropriate level.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in special education or a related field preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop Individualized Education Plans for students
- Prepare quarterly report cards and mid-quarter reports, and IEP progress report narratives.
- Maintain good communication with students’ parents/guardians, relevant PHILLIPs staff, and appropriate professionals outside of PHILLIPs.
- Maintain classroom budget, and reports expenditures to supervisor.
- Evaluate students’ current levels of academic and behavioral functioning, and periodically re-evaluates to make program adjustment.
- Select appropriate instructional materials and strategies based on the curriculum to implement the goals and objectives on the IEP in all required subject areas.
- Organize classroom furniture and equipment to create a pleasant and effective learning environment.
- Actively supervise students throughout the day to ensure safety, including, but not limited to bus and playground duty.
- Implement individual and group behavior management programs.
Benefits
- PHILLIPS Programs offers comprehensive benefits, including group health, dental, and vision insurance, fully paid life and long-term disability coverage, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.
- Additional benefits include a 403(b)-retirement savings plan, paid sick/personal leave, reimbursement for professional fees, and funds for degree program coursework.
- Employees also enjoy access to an Employee Assistance Program, legal assistance, gym membership discounts, and various employee discounts at local stores.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
