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Amergis High School Special Education Teacher in Merrillville, Indiana
The Special Education Teacher, under the direction of theSpecial Education Program Administrator provides quality services to specialeducation students, kindergarten through grade 12. The Special Education Teacher has a commitmentto team participation in planning and implementation of student programsincluding special instruction, tutorial assistance and consultation withgeneral education staff.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepares student education plans in consultation withparents and department team members
Supports learning for students who have a wide range oflearning, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities.
Designs instruction, both individual and small group, whichparallels the general education curriculum
Assists parents, administrators, testing specialists, socialworkers, and professionals to develop educational plans designed to promotestudents' educational, physical, and social development
Prepares materials and classrooms for class activities
Serves as the coordinator of individualize education program(IEP) implementation with general education staff
Monitors student progress, participates in review andrevision of student’s IEP, as appropriate
Maintains accurate student records
Mentors and supports teaching assistants who provide supportto students with disabilities
Supports students in preparation for grade transitions andpreparing for life skills
Assess students’ skills and educational needs and tracksstudent’s performance
Discusses students’ progress with their other teachers
Communicates to maintain positive relationships withstudents and their parents
Follows School District policies and procedures
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited universitypreferred
Valid state teaching certificate as required by state,contract/district regulations
Minimum of one year experience in teaching environmentpreferred
State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard ElementaryTeaching preferred
State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard SecondaryTeaching preferred
State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard Special Teachingpreferred
Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred
Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable
Current CPR if applicable
TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.