Resource Teacher/Academic Therapist - Little Flower Catholic School - Bethesda Maryland

Catholic Schools Office, Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington

2d•$44,200 - $68,200

About The Position

Little Flower Catholic School in Bethesda Maryland is hiring a Resource Teacher/Academic Therapist for the 2026-27 school year. This is a part-time role and will report to the Principal. This role has the potential

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Coursework in special education, or applicable experience
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with faculty, parents and staff
Ability to set clear boundaries with students while maintaining a positive relationship that fosters their development and independence
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Proficiency in Google Workspace, and the ability to learn and use new technologies, particularly assistive technologies
Experience using iPad as an assistive technology for instruction
Ability to handle confidential information discreetly and professionally
Uses discretion and exercises sound judgment

Nice To Haves

One year of relevant experience preferred

Responsibilities

Steward the heritage and educational philosophy of the school while maintaining an effective positive learning climate that supports the teachings of the Catholic Church
Maintain and develop a school-wide philosophy of inclusion for serving students
Maintain the classroom environment, including organizing materials and creating educational bulletin boards
Plan and deliver instruction to individual students, and small groups of students, in an academic, social, communication, and independent living skills
Manage an online grade book by organizing assignments and entering grades in a timely fashion
Plan and supervise activities for students and peers during Academic Resource Time
Modify and scaffold materials and assignments from general education classes, and assist students in completing work that is done outside the general education classroom
Communicate with and advise general education teachers providing strategies and problem and solving for including students with disabilities in their classroom
Provide direct support to students in their general education classes
Proctor tests
Provide facilitation, supervision, and problem-solving to students as they participate in all aspects of the school community, including performing arts, extracurricular activities, campus ministry, and school traditions
Provide support to students with disabilities during school events such as emergency drills, Mass, and assemblies
Assist in the organizing and chaperoning of field trips, including overnight field trips such as school retreats
Communicate with parents in writing, by telephone and, and in person
Attend the following school events (required): Back-to-School Night, Scheduled Individual parent/teacher conferences, Open House, Baccalaureate Mass and Graduation, Faculty/Staff Retreats, Staff development days
Perform other related duties as required