Intern Teacher

LEARN Behavioral•Hunt Valley, MD

40d

About The Position

Trellis School is hiring an Intern Teacher. The Intern Teacher works closely with an experienced Special Educator in order to gain valuable hands-on experience in a classroom setting. As an Intern Teacher you will play a vital role in supporting the learning and development of students and staff while collaborating with the teaching staff to create a positive and engaging educational environment. Intern Teachers are not the teacher of record and will work under the supervision and guidance of experienced teaching staff. This role provides an excellent opportunity for aspiring educators to gain practical experience and contribute to the academic success of students while preparing for a future teaching career. The Trellis School is a K-12 non-public school serving children with autism based in Sparks, MD (Baltimore County).

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
2 years of experience in a school setting/autism experience
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to Identify complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Active listening skills. Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Speaking to others to convey information effectively.
Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Excellence: Continuously strives for excellence in their work
Partnership: Excels in working with others in all situations
Integrity: Models ethical behavior for colleagues
Curiosity: Continuously expands knowledge and actively shares with colleagues
Client Centered: Constantly mindful of our mission to help children
Applicants must be presently eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

Assist Special Educator in observing instructor/learner pairs during NET/ITT sessions and demonstrate, explain, and support the use of effective instructional procedures
Seek support of Director of Curriculum Development and Special Educator when needed after employing known strategies
Follow through on instructional recommendations made by Director of Curriculum Development and/or Special Educator
Complete classroom administrative tasks (attendance, goal sheet preparation, schedule updates, behavior graphing, etc.) as assigned by Director of Curriculum Development and/or Special Educator
Assist Special Educator in conducting NET plan reviews and data sheet reviews for each learner
Assist Special Educator in completing binder reviews
Assist Special Educator in conducting educational assessments when ordered by IEP team and write reports
Materials preparation for group activities or individual learners if necessary
Be an active participant in team meetings/ high profile meetings for students
Attend IEP meetings where appropriate
Support general school procedures: such as arrival, lunch schedules, dismissal, cleaning tasks, field trips, etc.
Provide and model 1:1 instruction for learners
Plan for and provide group instruction as assigned by the Director of Curriculum Development and/or Special Educator
Working towards a standard/provisional license within MSDE guidelines
Maintain current first aid/CPR certification
Demonstrate positive work ethic by actively seeking student growth and offering suggestions for program improvement
Demonstrate professionalism when working with other staff members and parents
Attend School-Wide professional development
Attend 1:1 trainings with the Director of Curriculum Development