Special Education Teacher

Learn It Systems•New Orleans, LA

36d•Onsite

About The Position

Learn It Academic Services is a national education organization dedicated to helping children succeed in school and life. We are seeking passionate individuals who value collaboration, integrity, and making a difference in the lives of students who struggle. We have openings in a private school in New Orleans for a Special Education Teacher with experience in Special Needs and/or Autism classrooms. This role involves small group or one-on-one instruction, with the support of an assistant always present.

Requirements

Experience working with Special Education or Title I students.
Effective lesson planning and delivery of instruction for reading and math.
Computer proficiency required.
Organization and accurate documentation skills is necessary.
Be highly organized in what can sometimes be a chaotic environment.
Ability to provide a high level of customer service to principals, classroom teachers, and parents.
Must be able to lift 30 pounds.
Work location is in a school building where employee will need to be able to go up and down stairs.
Frequent standing and ability to raise arms above the head.
Hand dexterity for typing and entering data into a computer.
Applicants must be presently eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Special Education Certification preferred.
Active Louisiana Teacher Certification preferred.
Experience with ALL grade levels K-5, Middle School and High School preferred.

Responsibilities

Determine students’ needs through the use of appropriate assessments.
Adapt the teaching curriculum and learning activities to meet the needs of all students and address their specific abilities.
Make accommodations as necessary and suggested by school administrators and staff.
Determine how to best present information and instructional material to different students, utilizing an array of adjustments and resource options.
Use IEPs, if available, to assess and track students’ progress against goals.
Become familiar with resources and adaptations developed to assist students in their learning.
Collaborate regularly with school administrators and classroom teachers to identify specific academic skills and needs of Title I students.
Administer pre and post assessments.
Deliver effective instruction in a small group setting.
Maintain consistent communication.
Track student progress data.
Manage the classroom effectively.
Plan creative lessons.
Escort students to and from the Title I classroom.
Provide a safe and positive learning environment.