Special Education Teacher

McKinley Youth Family and Community are what we are all about We offer a great working environment and benefits package McKinley encourages growth so that you can Be your Best HUMAN At McKinley employees share a set of guiding principles We embrace a culture that is Hopeful Understanding Moral Awesome Nurturing HUMAN The Company McKinley is a highly respected welfare organization with a comprehensive array of programs and services which touch nearly 1800 lives annually including short term residential treatment program STRTP Foster Care Adoptions Mental Health Services and Special Education McKinley has 5 locations throughout southern California with our main campus located in San Dimas We embrace a culture that is HUMAN Hopeful Understanding Moral Awesome Nurturing McKinley has created a Hopeful environment in which we choose optimism in finding the motivation to achieve our greatest dreams We are a team dedicated to Understanding individual needs and do so by listening and embracing each individuals stories We strongly embrace our agencys Morals by treating everyone with kindness and respect At McKinley we acknowledge our team members and clients Awesome qualities by celebrating what makes each individual unique We are dedicated to Nurturing a Trauma Informed Integrated Care approach that has created a unique culture within the organization We celebrate diversity by our commitment to cultivating an inclusive and affirming environment for all The Position Our Special Education teachers play a vital role in planning organizing and delivering specialized instructional programs in a special education elementary or secondary learning environment guiding and encouraging students to develop and fulfill their academic behavioral potential Teachers work under the general supervision of the Principal and in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team Compensation and Benefits Pay Range  annually Our people are the heart of our organization which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well being Medical Dental and Vision Insurance we offer a company defined contribution of 620month

Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account Paid Time Off Sick Time Paid Holidays
403b retirement plan with company match up to 3

Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Employee Referral Bonus Credit Union Membership Training Opportunities to Further Personal and Professional Growth Qualifications Current California Intern Preliminary Clear  Extensive Needs Education Specialist Credential Experience working with students with learning emotional and behavioral disabilities autism spectrum speech and communication disorders preferred

Preferred Prior teaching experience in a non public school special education setting

Proficient in Google Workspace Microsoft Office Suite and other office related software

Strong written and verbal communication skills

General administrative and clerical abilities

Must pass a pre employment physical examination tuberculosis TB test and drug screening

Key Responsibilities Plan organize and implement engaging daily lessons aligned with the approved curriculum

Conduct pre and post testing using standardized teacher developed tests for each student

As part of the team develop implement and present IEPs in collaboration with students parents and other educators

Manage classroom behavior in a respectful structured and trauma informed manner

Maintain accurate and timely records progress reports and documentation as required

Demonstrate competency in all subject areas and schedule the classroom day to include instruction in all curriculum areas

Actively participate in Interdisciplinary Treatment Meetings Collaborate with the team to develop and implement effective instructional strategies

Communicate effectively with parents teachers and other stakeholders to ensure student success

Supervise Instructional Aides assigned to the classroom

Actively participate in the agencys Continuous Quality Improvement CQI plan

Must maintain an active teaching credential license or permit

Use of a personal cell phone for work related communication when agency radios and phones are not easily accessible

Ability to transfer classrooms as needed

Maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries at all times

Represent the agency in a professional respectful manner when interacting with internal and external stakeholders

Complete all onboarding requirements within the designated time frame and remain in compliance with agency expectations for timely review and acknowledgment of policies procedures and trainings

Perform all other related duties and responsibilities as assigned

Why Should You Apply Our Mission work for an organization that makes a real difference in peoples lives

Competitive pay Several benefit options

Employee tuition reimbursement

Great training for staff

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