Physical Education Teacher; Victory Learning Center

Exciting News! Our Victory Learning Center Program is expanding, and new classrooms will be opening! Be a part of our growth—join our team and help us make a difference!

Our Victory Learning Center Programs offers specialized educational services for students who are diagnosed with Autism or a Cognitive Disability paired with a mental health diagnosis. There are three separate sites conveniently located in Lackawanna, NY, with a fourth site opening! Our schools service students ages 5-21, who are residentially placed or are referred through their local school district's Committee on Special Education.

To learn more about our school-based Victory Learning Center Programs, https://www.victoryed.org/

$10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!!

• Schedule:
  
  Monday
  - Friday 730a-330p
• Salary:
  Based on certified years of experience

• FLSA:
  Exempt
• Pay Type:
  
  Salaried
• Salary Grade: 4A
• Reports To:
  
  Principal

Victory Learning Center is seeking a Physical Education Teacher to work with students aged 5 to 21, primarily diagnosed on the Autism spectrum, with mental health and/or behavioral concerns, and developmental or intellectual disabilities. The Physical Education Teacher plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students in a variety of educational settings. The person in this position is responsible for creating a supportive environment where students of all abilities can participate in physical activities, improve motor skills, and enhance physical fitness.

• Provides an educational climate that encompasses success, independence, a productive atmosphere, and provides students with encouragement, safety and stimulation.
• Completes weekly lesson plans based on a developmentally appropriate curriculum which follows the New York State Educational Department Learning Standards.
• Prepares lessons and other instructional materials to meet individual needs of the students.
• Demonstrate adequate knowledge of: subject matter
  - Physical Education, ability to think critically, and individualize instruction.
• Promote fitness, coordination, balance, strength, and social interaction through adaptive activities.
• Implement Classroom Behavior Management Plan (Tier
  1) and any student specific Tier 2 or Tier 3 Interventions.
• Act as a team leader of classroom staff including assistants, therapists and social workers.
• Communicate effectively with parents (through notebooks, phone calls, conferences, district meetings, communication app, etc.)
• Complete quarterly progress reports on all students that are distributed to parents and the school districts.
• Maintain student confidentiality within HIPPA/FERPA and agency guidelines.
• Any other duties assigned by supervisor

• Requires the ability to utilize computer systems and software necessary to perform position functions.
• Requires effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills for interactions with various individuals both internal and external to the program. Must be able to deal tactfully and effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Significant problem solving and diagnostic skills with the ability to quickly analyze situations and adopt an effective course of action.
• Ability to handle stressful and sensitive situations in a professional manner.

Physical Education & Health Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred

• Minimum Experience:
  
  1-2 years of experience is required
• 1-2 years of working with individuals with Autism, Intellectual Disability and/or mental health involvement is preferred