Summer Program Writing/Executive Function Teacher

Groves Learning Organization•Saint Louis, MN

2d•$4,000 - $5,000

About The Position

The Summer Program Writing/Executive Function Teacher plans and executes learning activities for a balanced program of instruction and demonstration. They provide an environment and culture in the classroom that engages students and helps them learn effectively. The small class size allows for individualized instruction and provides a collaborative atmosphere. During the summer, we are pleased to offer students from the community a tailored, high-quality educational experience. Instruction at Groves is explicit, structured, and multi-modal. Teachers combine their experience and expertise with care and understanding, using a diagnostic-prescriptive approach to continually assess and address individual student needs. Our summer programs employ our proven philosophy of developing strengths and talents, remediating academic weaknesses, and tailoring instruction to meet individual needs. We offer programs for children entering grades 2-8 who have learning and/or attention disorders, such as dyslexia and ADHD.

Requirements

BA/BS in Special Education/Education required
2+ years of classroom teaching experience
Experience in positive reinforcement and positive behavior supports
Experience with Middle School Students
Ability to independently assess students' capabilities, create appropriate lesson plans, and scaffold teaching to student needs
Expertise in learning disorders such as dyslexia and attention disorders in a classroom setting
Knowledge of executive functioning skills and how deficits in these skills affect academics
The ideal candidate exhibits empathy, patience, and compassion in working with students who have difficulty with executive functioning
An intuitive teaching style with the ability to differentiate instruction
Hear, speak, and effectively communicate in the English language, including following oral and written instructions, in order to communicate with people inside and outside the organization
Sit or stand at a desk for extended periods of time and perform long hours of work sitting at a computer and in meetings
Apply manual dexterity and visual acuity for computer keyboarding and office equipment use, and review detailed reports and information
Move around the school and office or classroom area repeatedly or prolonged times throughout the day.
Work a flexible schedule, including attending and presenting at events and meetings that occur outside of typical work hours as required/scheduled
Must be able to use computers, telephones, photocopiers, and related office equipment
Must be able to lift/move up to 10-35 pounds occasionally depending on your position