Teacher IV

SPIN•Philadelphia, PA

20d•Onsite

About The Position

SPIN is looking for caring, creative, and committed people to help individuals achieve a life full of possibilities. SPIN is a local leader in the support of children and adults with autism and intellectual disabilities, with a Keystone Star 4 Status for its Early Childhood Program. The company emphasizes dreaming big, discovering strengths, and building an environment of inclusion and hope. This role is part of the Early Intervention Program.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education or Special Education
PA Teaching Certification in Special Education or Early Childhood Education Instructional I required.
Good organizational skills.
Clear, pleasant and courteous communicator, both written and oral.
Dedication to young children.
Ability to work independently as well as be an effective multi-disciplinary team member.

Responsibilities

Be part of a professional early intervention team, which includes other teachers, speech, occupational, and physical therapists.
Gathers and completes assessments covering all developmental areas to develop the educational plan.
Coordinates the assessment process to determine the chosen outcomes, needs, preferences and capabilities of children by gathering information and informing their families about what to expect throughout the assessment process.
Develop comprehensive evaluation reports, plan, and implement Individual Educational Plan.
Teach in an inclusive preschool setting with children who are typically developing and those with special needs.
Utilizes a variety of equipment, activities and opportunities appropriate to the developmental levels and learning styles of each child to advance physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth.
Supports the child to develop and enhance family connections, friendships and other relationships by teaching skills, providing opportunities, and building on individual strengths and capabilities to promote inclusion.
Encourages family participation in their child’s program.