Special Education PE Teacher

Do you what to make an impact on a student's daily life and be a part of a wonderful community?
The Help Group is widely regarded for its high standards of excellence, unique scope and breadth of services. The Help Group touches the lives of children with special needs across the country and in other parts of the world. At the heart of its efforts is the commitment to helping young people fulfill their potential to lead positive, productive and rewarding lives.
We are currently seeking Mild/Moderate Special Education PE Teacher at our Culver City campus! Our Schools educate students with mild cognitive delays and challenges with social communication and/or language development. The school serves students ages 5 to 21, many with autism spectrum disorder. This integrated educational and therapeutic program is designed to promote academic, communicative, behavioral, social, motor, adaptive and independent living skills.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field
• Mild/Moderate Special Education credential required; OR must be Intern or Provisional Internship Permit or Short-Term Staff Permit eligible (CBEST certification is required to qualify for these permits)
• Experience teaching students with autism, developmental disabilities and/or learning differences.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Plan, coordinate and implement individual student programs.
• Select appropriate curriculum content for each student.
• Determine appropriate, measurable goals and objectives for each student.
• Write individual education plans (IEPs) and participate in IEP meetings.
• Employ a trans-disciplinary approach to education, conferring with team members as appropriate for particular issues.
• Prepare or secure necessary instructional materials.
• Modify activities and adapt materials to promote student success.
• Design and use instructional grouping patterns that are varied and flexible, including individual, small group, and whole class instruction.
• Employ clear, predictable daily and weekly schedules, which accommodate students' needs.
• Prepare a weekly plan book to detail lesson plans, grouping, activities, staff assignments, and other relevant information.
• Employ appropriate, individualized teaching and reinforcement techniques to maximize student achievement.

The Help Group offers wonderful training opportunities, a supportive, professional work environment and great benefits, including:

• $7,500 Sign-on-bonus for Mild/Moderate credentialed Teachers
• $3,500 Sign-on-bonus for Intern or PIP/STSP eligible Teachers (CBEST required)
• Competitive salary
• Reimbursement of CEUs
• Tuition reimbursement towards earning a Special Education Credential
• Mentor teacher opportunities
• 100% employer-sponsored health insurance plan: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Small class sizes with Instructional Aide support and a multi-disciplinary approach
• Employee Assistance Program

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
Salary:
$56,000.00 - $54,000.00 for PIP/STP/Intern
$64,000.00 - $91,500.00 for Credentialed