Highly Qualified Math Teacher, South County Academy

FAMILY SERVICE OF RHODE ISLAND INC•Dallas, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for delivering engaging mathematics instruction focused on problem-solving skills, mathematical reasoning, and real-world application to high school students with significant emotional/behavioral needs within a clinical residential school setting. The role involves developing and monitoring student Individual Education Programs (IEP) in accordance with Department of Education regulations and standards. The teacher will work collaboratively with the management team to ensure the safety, stability, and professional guidance of students placed through the Department of Children, Youth and Families.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Teaching or Education
RI certification as Teacher of regular or special education
Knowledge base around subject matter i.e Art, Phys Ed, Science, Math, English, History
Experience with children with behavioral/psychiatric challenges
Skilled in operating various medical record software and hardware, word-processing, and database software programs
Excellent multitasking and communication skills
Ability to work independently and part of a team
Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, registration and auto insurance
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to be trained in and implement de-escalation techniques utilizing Handle with Care when necessary

Nice To Haves

Spanish Speaking preferred and is compensated

Responsibilities

Deliver engaging mathematics instruction focused on problem solving skills, mathematic reasoning and real world application to high school students with significant emotional/behavioral needs in a clinical residential school setting
Develop and monitor student Individual Education Programs (IEP) in accordance with Department of Education regulations and standards
Work collaboratively with the management team to ensure safety, stability and professional guidance to students in our care that have been placed through the Department of Children, Youth and Families
Develop content specific lesson plans in accordance with established curriculum and Department of Education Grade Span Expectations and Grade Level Expectations
Teach academic courses as assigned, in correlation with written lesson plans
Develop and monitor appropriate academic goals and short-term objectives for student's Individual Educational Programs (IEP)
Support the students’ social, emotional, and academic growth by differentiating lessons and assessments based on the individual needs for each student
Maintain a daily grade/participation record and report academic progress quarterly in a manner consistent with standards
Attend and participate in daily multidisciplinary team meetings (debrief) and weekly staff meetings
Actively participate and consult with the youth’s treatment team, both internally and externally including their families and natural supports
Work as part of a team to support the overall functioning of the program and ensure that all Policies and Procedures are followed
Encourage positive environment and behavioral support by utilizing a restorative justice framework and principles
Become trained, competent and able to perform emergency de-escalation and support strategies when applicable
Teach client/family self-advocacy skills
Build and maintain positive, working relationships with community organizations and service providers
Maintain confidentiality of client/family
Transport client and family as needed
Provide sensitivity to client/family cultural, ethnic, racial and socioeconomic issues and diversity
Serve as a positive role model to client and colleagues
Complete all professional and administrative documentation and forms in accordance with agency standards and within established guidelines and timeframes
Maintain compliance with FSRI policies, including those relating to HIPAA and all state and federal agencies, including DCYF
Be proficient in using an electronic health record as well as project-specific software
Participate in all meetings as required by the team, supervisors and that are necessary for the role both internally and externally
Attend and participate in all required program and agency trainings
Approach all work through a trauma and diversity and inclusion lens
Perform additional responsibilities consistent with Agency needs, defined in consultation with supervisor(s)