Special Education Lead Teacher

Classroom Organization:

High School Level Transitions Class (Ages 16-21)

Responsible for teaching job skills, life skills, social skills, academics, and preparing the students to transition into adult life. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of transition services including independent living, teaching best practices in the work force, planning and collaborating with parents and the community, and creating interactive experiences for students in the classroom and within the community.

9 children MAX per class, 3:1 student:teacher ratio

Hours:

Monday through Friday - 8:00am-4:00pm; 30 minute lunch break included

Schedule:

12-month program following SCCPSS schedule during the school year with extended breaks over the summer session.

52+ Paid Holiday Days, Additional PTO days, Paid staff training days.

Classroom Supports:

Assistant Teacher(s), RBT(s), BCBA and Director

Main Function:

Directly supervise and administer classroom instruction and transition services for each student assigned to his/her classroom in The Matthew Reardon Center for Autism’s Advance Academy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Confer with parents, administrators, therapists, and others to develop IEPs for students.
• Prepare lessons and other instructional materials according to the achievement levels of students and the goals established by the IEP. Lessons may focus on academic, social, daily-living, and vocational skills, along with other skills as appropriate.
• Instruct students in academic subjects, utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis techniques, including discrete-trial teaching, activity schedules, and reinforcement systems.
• Plan and coordinate purposeful assignments for classroom assistants, other supporting staff, interns, and/or volunteers, and provide input to administrative staff on the performance of these individuals.
• Coordinate all materials with teaching team members.
• Communicate with Center leadership (as needed) regarding the progress of students and continued development of curriculum.
• Maintain daily observation notes, program data, and graphs of learning progression.
• Maintain regular written communication with parents and participate in regular parent/teacher conferences, as needed.
• Observe, evaluate, and prepare reports on progress for IEPs of students.
• Develop and maintain classroom environment and schedule.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Organizational/Departmental Requirements:

• Exhibit good communication and interpersonal skills
• Contribute to a positive work climate and to the overall team effort of the organization.
• Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to interpret guidelines and requirements
• Ability to multitask and work within established deadlines
• Punctuality and reliability

Experience, Education and Other Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Education or Special Education, or a related field preferred.
• OR
• Bachelor's Degree in Education or Special Education ** WITH a Georgia Teaching Certification (REQUIRED)
  • Georgia Teaching Certification Required. Compliance with MRCA accreditation and GSNS standards must be met. If certified in another state, steps should be taken to obtain certification in Georgia.
• Experience/training in educating children with Autism and/or other developmental disabilities preferred.
• Experience with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred.

Salary determined based on degree, certification, and experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Special education teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person