Special Education Instructor

Position Overview

• Provide vision for the domain area of expertise and advocate for its implementation and execution.
• Develop innovative units of study for domain area of expertise that incorporate the academic standards and scope & sequence provided in the domain area portfolio with the other core teachers.
• Model appreciation of the domain among all TACT students, faculty, and programs.
• Provide coaching and positive behavior supports.
• Contribute to any communications - newsletter, website, marketing materials, etc.
• Attend and participate in workshops, camps, mobile classes and events as deemed necessary by Directors.
• Uphold the mission, vision and values of TACT.
• Support transition services.
• Compile, communicate and provide updates, reports and data entry when requested by Directors.

• Co-Teach/assist with assigned classes.
• Exhibit mastery and enthusiasm for the assigned area of expertise and classes.
• Coordinate with lead teachers and implement an appropriately focused and balanced curriculum for each student which adheres to the school's curriculum and standards.
• Prepare and develop activities, materials and lessons to meet the learning objectives (skills and content) of the curriculum and standards.
• Develop and maintain a well-managed classroom where students are engaged, consistently challenged, and supported. Classroom policies should be consistent with school policies.
• Help maintain a clean, neat and presentable classroom.
• Engage families in their children's education and to communicate regularly and effectively with students and families.
• Effectively utilize best practices in educational pedagogy and in TACT’s trades/ autism philosophy.
• Demonstrate knowledge in the area of autism and classroom support.
• Work with SPED Coordinator to meet individual learning plan and IEP goals
• Upholds and exhibits the values of TACT
• Attentive to detail
• Independence of action- employee is able to set and achieve goals independently, adhere to policies and procedures with limited guidance, although the managing director will provide overall direction & guidelines.

• Assist in the on-going development of the school’s curriculum and core performance standards and trade certifications.
• Submit an annual Unit Pacing Plan to your Director.
• Use assessment data to refine curriculum and instructional practices to help meet the school's performance standards and expectations.
• Inform colleagues and Educational or Executive Director of any academic, behavioral, or personal difficulties that arises with students or families.

• Reinforce the school’s core values and policies inside and outside of the classroom.
• Participate in professional development sessions.
• Devote the necessary time and energy required to master the craft of teaching.
• Demonstrate initiative and provide evidence of professional development towards becoming the best teacher you can be.
• Be open to and enthusiastically involved in innovative approaches to teaching, feedback from colleagues and school administration.
• Actively seek out growth opportunities that align with TACT’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

• Participate actively in the school’s faculty meetings, team and department meetings.
• Arrive at TACT by 8:30 a.m. for the morning planning and stay until 4:00 p.m. or until daily responsibilities are fulfilled.
• Be punctual to all professional obligations.
• Conduct oneself and dress in a professional manner.
• Complete all other responsibilities deemed appropriate by your Directors to help the school achieve its goals.
• Manage budgeted dollars allocated to classroom expenditures via a purchase card.

• Expertise in or related to the domain area
• 2+ years of experience as lead classroom teacher or equivalent experience.
• Experience with individualized and differentiated instruction.
• Excellent organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with use of personal computer and educational technology.
• Demonstrate a relentless drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of school.
• Model the school’s Core Values with colleagues,…