Ridge Teacher

Ben Lippen School is seeking a qualified Orton-Gillingham trained teacher to join The Ridge, our program for students with dyslexia.

• Plan and implement individual or small group Orton-Gillingham lessons based on the scope and sequence provided.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, families, and administrators.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect an understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Maintain and submit accurate and up-to-date progress monitoring records.
• Provide small group instruction based upon a student’s specific needs as documented by an educational evaluation or classroom progress.
• Use formative and summative assessments and document student progress and achievement; assesses and analyzes student strengths and needs; designs and implements appropriate instruction to facilitate learning and growth.
• Stay abreast of current research by attending professional development related to dyslexia and other learning differences.
• Work with administration and the director of the Individual Learning Center to identify resources for students.
• Coach teachers on strategies and accommodations to assist students with dyslexia in the classroom.
• Establish and maintain communication with parents about their child’s academic progress and needs.
• Proficient in the understanding of children with dyslexia.
• Highly effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated creativity and flexibility in planning and delivery of instruction.
• Proficiency in computer and technology applications necessary for the teaching profession.
• Must have strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Display strong work ethic, be self-motivated, and have effective organization and time management skills.
• Evidence of a mature personal Christian faith consistent with the Ben Lippen School Statement of Faith.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• Trained and certified Orton-Gillingham instructor– associate level or in-progress to obtain required.
• Evidence of at least three (3) years of exemplary teaching experience and support for children with learning differences.

BLS/CIU provides a benefits package that includes:

• Health Plan;
• 401(k) plan with match opportunity;
• Employer provided group life insurance;
• Long term disability insurance;
• Vacation days, holidays, sick leave, family leave;
• Educational benefits: tuition reduction for PreK3-Graduate.

Undergraduate Ceremony
Saturday, May 2 11:00am

Graduate & Doctoral Ceremony
Saturday, May 2 8:00am