Teacher, Special Needs ​/ Learning Disabilities

Provide instruction and accountability for students at Gateway Woods School, supervise students in the vocational/community service program, and work with other staff and volunteers to promote the educational, vocational, and independent living skills development of each child.

• Plan instruction that furthers the school’s mission and philosophy of education.
• Plan instruction that reflects a solid understanding of content and students.
• Plan instruction with appropriate design elements.
• Assure that students are properly supervised.
• Establish a classroom environment that is conducive to student learning.
• Effectively manage classroom environment and student behavior.
• Deliver instruction that is clear, engaging, and appropriate for students.
• Assess student learning and provide timely and responsive feedback to students.
• Instruct the whole child in areas as needed (spiritually, emotionally, physically, etc.).
• Establish and maintain current records for each student.
• Actively participate within the Treatment Team
• Seek and participate in opportunities for professional growth and development
• Participate in the Gateway Woods summer program as directed by the Director of Education.
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor.

• All applicants must have a Christian belief and demonstrated lifestyle compatible with the Apostolic Christian Church of America (ACCA) with the support of his or her local elder or pastor.
• Have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in education.
• Must have, or be in the process of obtaining, an education teaching license from a state or accreditation agency.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Possess good communication skills, teamwork skills, self-motivation and flexibility.
• Have a sincere interest in and understanding of the needs of our children, including the emotional, physical, and educational needs.
• Have a dedication and love for young people.

• Passionate about teaching and learning; believes teaching is more than a job
• High expectations for student behavior and learning; believes that change is possible and every student can learn
• Student centered (Invested in/connects with students on multiple levels- academic, social, emotional, spiritual) and teacher-authority/advocate/adult mentor
• Equitable treatment of students
• Cultural competence