Lead Teacher- The Mapleton School

Devereux•Malvern, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mapleton School located in Malvern, PA offers education curriculum to children functioning at all grade levels. A multi-sensory educational strategy is used at all schools, employing traditional instruction, hands-on and independent learning, as well as technology, to individualize a student’s progress in all academic areas, particularly math and reading. The transition from school to career, and all of the necessary interrelated skills, are a main focus of the school program. Devereux’s approved private schools offer high quality, innovative special education programs that work in tandem with families and school districts to ensure that students can return to their local schools and communities with the tools they will need to succeed. Children and young adults may come to Devereux as a day student, or as a part of residential treatment. Each student has an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), which outlines goals for skill development and the best strategies by which the student can reach his/her goals.

Requirements

Special Education PA Instructional II Certification Required
Master’s Degree (attained or in progress)
5 years Special Education classroom teaching experience
Strong understanding of Special Education law and best practices
Background in Special Education center-based placements / APSs
Familiarity with IEP Writer

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Danielson framework preferred

Responsibilities

Own supervision of IEPs and IEP process
Complete initial transition IEP for new students within 30 days
Share training responsibilities of teachers and support staff on special education related material
Co-teach / push into classrooms to assist teacher adoption of new skills
Serve as a building-level leader in core and supplementary curricular resources
Drive data collection and progress reporting process
Supervise Special Education Teachers and complete observations