INSTRUCTOR - Swanson Center Youth

Overview

Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer.

The Louisiana Special School District is experiencing a critical shortage of certified teachers.

Southside Alternative High School
, located in Monroe, LA, is seeking applicants for a Special Education Certified Instructor
.

There is one position available. It will be filled immediately. Position # 187009.

This position is needed to cover active treatment within an Intensive Care Facility. It will provide special education services to meet the legally mandated educational needs of children, adolescents, and young adults who have been identified with disabilities that impede educational and/or behavioral performance.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The Louisiana Special Schools do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in our programs and activities, and we provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Inquiries regarding non-discrimination may be referred to Mary Gloston, Human Resources Director at mgloston
.

Release of Assessment and Evaluation Information: Louisiana R.S. 17:3884(D) requires that any school board hiring a person who has been assessed or evaluated under the Children First Act shall request such assessment and evaluation results as part of the application process. You will have the opportunity to apply, review the information received, and provide any response or information you deem appropriate.

Physical Activity Level: The employee must be able to perform duties without significant risk to personal safety and the safety of others. Some work may require lifting 30–40 pounds and brief periods of heavy exertion. Physical requirements are subject to reasonable accommodation under ADA standards.

There is no guarantee that everyone who applies to this posting will be interviewed. Specific information about this job will be provided during the interview process if selected.

No Civil Service test score is required to be considered.

To apply , click the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application. You can check the status of your application by selecting the “Application Status” link after logging into your account. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. You must include all relevant education and experience on your official State application. Applicants qualifying based on college training or a baccalaureate degree must submit an official college transcript prior to appointment.

Attach a copy of your transcript to your online application or fax to . The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.
Human Resources .

Standards and Focus

As set forth in Louisiana Standards for State Certification of School Personnel (Bulletin 746), Special Education certified personnel plan, organize, and provide rigorous, engaging instructional experiences for students by employing a total approach involving teaching of academics, communication, vocational, motor, self-help and social subjects to improve each student’s ability to participate in society. Track student progress, reflect, and adjust to ensure academic growth.

Job goals align with the LEADS teaching rubric components.

See job concepts.

• Special Education certification is required.

• Prior experience in planning and delivering instructional services for students with disabilities is preferred.

• Willingness to work in an intensive care educational setting and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

• Ability to follow state and district policies and procedures.

• Effective communication and documentation skills.