High School Special Education (VINE) Teacher

Valley Christian Schools•Chandler, AZ

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing engaging, individualized instruction to High School students with diverse learning needs while supporting their academic growth. Job Summary: The Special Education (VINE) Teacher demonstrates a strong understanding of students with diverse learning needs and the ability to deliver effective, individualized instruction. This position requires proficiency with technology including Microsoft Office Suite. The Special Education (VINE) Teacher will demonstrate a passion for ministering to children through teaching and will work collaboratively with support staff and general education teachers to support student learning and ensure overall success. The Special Education (VINE) Teacher will be expected to provide academic, emotional and spiritual support, as well as guidance on study skills and executive functioning skills such as planning, organization, and time-management. The teacher must be a professing and maturing Christian enthusiastically supporting Valley Christian’s statement of faith and mission statements.

Requirements

Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ that is a consistent testimony among others
Agree to uphold Valley Christian’s Mission & Beliefs which can be found at http://valleychristianaz.org/about/philosophy/
Faithfully attend and financially support a local church whose beliefs are in agreement with our school’s Mission & Beliefs
Attain ACSI Standard Certification within one year of employment
Must have and maintain a valid level one IVP fingerprint card
Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally
Must have excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Ability to multitask with organization
Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment and to react with discretion under varying conditions
Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field from an accredited college is required
Use a computer (visual and keyboarding) for long periods of time
Able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) 50% of the time
Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
At times requires stooping, bending, turning, pushing, pulling, reaching and climbing stairs (2-story)
Use of hands, fingers, arms to reach, grip and maneuver objects
Must be able to respond quickly to sounds (fire/security alarms)
Work in noisy and crowded school environment
Able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings when needed

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree and 3+ years teaching experience

Responsibilities

Plan and implement instruction based upon student Individual Learning Plans (ILP’s) and curriculum requirements as assigned
Consult and collaborate with classroom teachers who have VINE students in their classes about teaching, learning, behavior, and grading
Assist students with intervention needs or those with other specific learning needs
Communicate as needed with families who have students enrolled in resource support
Monitor student progress weekly in all general education classes.
Connect with Director of Special Education for 9-12th grade alignment
Must have an excitement about working with high school students
Display a deep knowledge of curriculum and teach it from a Biblical perspective
Display the ability to connect Biblical truth to students lives
Demonstrate a passion for ministering to students through teaching, counseling, encouragement, and mentoring
Maintain a healthy learning environment for the students in the classroom by using appropriate enforcement of student behavior rules
Exercise open and respectful communication with students, families, co-workers, and supervisors
Attend professional development workshops provided by Valley Christian Schools
Participate in required staff meetings, events, and activities.
Attend professional development workshops provided by Valley Christian Schools
Exercise open and respectful communication with students, families, co-workers, and supervisors
Adheres to and honors Valley Christians standards, policies, procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
Performs other related assigned duties