Level II Special Education Teacher

Overview

Behavioral Health Associates (BHA) is an educational organization. We offer an academic learning environment integrated with behavior support services for students diagnosed with emotional/behavioral disorders to empower the students in overcoming challenges and creating new stories in their lives. We currently have an opening for a Level II Special Education Teacher for our Polk Academy Location.

The main goal of the Special Education Teacher is to identify the individual needs of each child and create a healthy, inspiring, and supportive learning environment. The student population varies in needs based on individual students, including high anxiety, low motivation, social skills deficits and other areas that can affect academic performance.

• Teaching a small group of students and individuals inside and outside of the classroom
• Preparing and executing lessons to complete learning objectives
• Assessing the students’ work done in class
• Developing, adapting, and implementing education plans (IEPs) and teaching methods suitable for each student
• Using tools and equipment provided to stimulate an engaging learning environment and support students’ emotional needs
• Coordinating with administration to create individualized learning plans for the student
• Quarterly updating parents/home districts on their students’ progress
• Tracking the academic/behavioral goal performance of students for signs of progress
• Working with students one-on-one when they need extra help or attention
• Establishing and enforcing behavior rules for students in the classroom
• Establishing and communicating clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects
• Adapting teaching methods and materials to meet the interests and learning styles of each student
• Maintaining a working relationship with the Instructional Assistant in the classroom to complete daily behavior sheets and provide daily communication to parents/guardians
• Performing other duties as assigned

• Ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, co-workers, and outside staff/organizations
• Ability to work well with students from different backgrounds who have different abilities
• Well-organized and self-driven to devise and adopt new techniques for teaching and keeping the class orderly
• Ability to manage the classroom despite challenging behavior
• Strong written and communication skills
• Compassionate, kind, and patient with children
• Excellent leader and mentor for students
• Strong attention to detail and an inquisitive mind to understand each individual student
• Strong teaching abilities
• Strong conflict resolution skills
• Adapting teaching methods and materials to meet the interests and learning styles of students
• Proficient active listening skills to understand and adapt to students’ various learning/emotional/behavioral needs

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree
• Level II Special Education Certification (K-12), required
• Minimum of 5 Years' Experience
• Experience with students with ASD
• NCPI training is beneficial, but not required
• Restorative practice training is beneficial, but not required

• Full Time
• Paid Leave for Sick and Personal Days
• Time Off for School Holidays and Breaks
• Choice of Two Medical Plans, Dental, Vision and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Company Paid:
  Group Life Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan with Company Match up to 3% of your Annual Salary
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Year Round

When applying to this position, please include a copy of your Standard PA Teaching Application, letter of interest, resume, current clearances and PA Teaching Certification.

Note:

To complete the Standard Application for Teaching Positions in PA, please follow the organization’s official process.

BHA is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. BHA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or other legally protected status.