Teacher - Special Education STRIVE Program - 2026 - 2027 School Year

Harford County Public Schools • Bel Air, MD

22d

About The Position

To create a safe atmosphere conducive for learning and implements instruction in ways that allows all students to learn.
The STRIVE Program is our regional Autism Program which serves students from K through age 21. STRIVE stands for Structured Teaching with Reinforcement in a Visual Environment. STRIVE is an ABA based program focusing on verbal behavior which utilizes errorless teaching procedures. Through consultation with an outside BCBA, our students have gained milestones and reduced barriers needed for a strong foundation to participate successfully in general education classes. Our program includes Intensive Structured Teaching, Natural Environment Training, Mand Training, Inclusion, Reverse Inclusion, and Community Instruction/Work Experience, Family Support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Hold or be eligible for Maryland State Department of Education teacher certification.
• Ability to transfer children.
• Specific skills as dictated by the needs of students receiving services, e.g., sign language, ability to lift heavy objects, medical needs, etc.

Responsibilities

• Plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students.
• Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings.
• Monitors and evaluates student outcomes.
• Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff, and the community.
• Develops, selects, and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students.
• Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of children.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices.
• Maintains regular, on-time attendance.
• Attends meetings and serves on special committees.
• Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Reacts to change productively.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• HCPS offers an expansive benefits package including individual and family medical, vision, dental, life insurance, retirement savings, pension, paid time off, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level