Special Education Teacher

Behavioral Health Associates•Kresgeville, PA

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Behavioral Health Associates (BHA) is an educational organization that offers an academic learning environment integrated with behavior support services for students diagnosed with emotional/behavioral disorders. The goal is to empower students in overcoming challenges and creating new stories in their lives. This position is for a Special Education Teacher at their Polk Academy Location in Kresgeville, PA. The main goal of the Special Education Teacher is to identify the individual needs of each child and create a healthy, inspiring, and supportive learning environment. The student population varies in needs, impacting academic performance due to issues like high anxiety, low motivation, and social skills deficits.

Requirements

Minimum Bachelor’s Degree
Special Education Certification (K-12)

Nice To Haves

Experience with students with ASD is beneficial, but not required
NCPI training is beneficial, but not required
Restorative practice training is beneficial, but not required

Responsibilities

Teaching a small group of students and individuals inside and outside of the classroom.
Preparing and executing lessons to complete learning objectives.
Assessing the students’ work done in class.
Developing, adapting, and implementing education plans (IEPS) and teaching methods that are suitable for each student.
Using special tools and equipment provided to stimulate an interesting and engaging learning environment, as well as supporting students emotional needs.
Coordinating with administration to create individualized learning plans for the student.
Quarterly updating parents/home districts on their students’ progress.
Tracking the academic/behavioral goal performance of students for signs of progress.
Working with student one-on-one when they need extra help or attention.
Establishing and enforcing rules of behavior for students in the classroom.
Establishing and communicating clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects.
Adapting teaching methods and materials to meet the interests and learning styles of each student.
Maintain working relationship with Instructional Assistant in classroom to complete daily behavior sheet and provide daily communication to parent/guardian.
Perform other duties as assigned by administration.