Special Education Teacher Academic Case Manager - Mount Prospect Academy

Job Title:Special Education Academic Case Manager

Reports To: Head of Schools & Director of Academics Salary up to $55,000 - Offering $1000 Sign-on BonusPosition located in Pike, NH The Special Education Academic Case Manager will work closely with the Education Team to ensure the safety and well-being of the students while participating in the education program. The Special Education Teacher functions as part of the academic and treatment team and is responsible for educating and providing supervision of students while in school. Must hold a New Hampshire Teacher License to apply. You will have the opportunity to join ski days, hiking, paddling to support relationships and engagements in the classroom.We Welcome Retired Public School Special Education Teachers to apply. This opportunity will not impact your teacher retirement benefits!Must hold a Special Education NH Teachers License to apply. This is a in person position. Click here to watch a short video about who we are and what we do! Come in and interview for one of our many open positions here at Mount Prospect Academy.No appointment needed! Please bring your resume and come meet our team!On The Spot Interviews!Mount Prospect Academy Pike Campus2274 Moosilauke HighwayPike, New Hampshire 03780Thursdays 10am-1pmCompany Background

Welcome to Mount Prospect Academy (MPA), a rapidly growing alliance of nonprofit agencies founded in 2003, with the goal of helping struggling adolescents find a "zest for life" and succeed in the "business of life."

MPA has evolved to offer a variety of mental health support services to a diverse population of "hard to treat" and "difficult to place" adolescents. Our targeted services include home and community-based treatment, residential treatment programs, group homes, and special education schools. MPA is known for its ability to achieve successful outcomes with difficult-to-serve individuals throughout New England.

Mission:

MPA's mission is to provide a caring, safe therapeutic environment where students have the opportunity to grow and acquire the skills, they need to reach their educational and social potential. We aim to develop trusting relationships with students and facilitate experiences that promote their ability to self-regulate; manage thoughts and feelings; and develop feelings of safety, confidence, and competency.

Summary of Job Responsibilities: The Special Education Academic Case Manager will work closely with the Education Team to ensure the safety and well-being of the students while participating in the education program. The Special Education Teacher functions as part of the academic and treatment team and is responsible for educating and providing supervision of students while in school. Must hold a New Hampshire Teacher License to apply. You will have the opportunity to join ski days, hiking, paddling to support relationships and engagements in the classroom.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provides specialized instruction, collaboration, grading and assessment of the assigned special education students (IEP) following the school curriculum.

• Implements any specialized instruction methods, individually or team teaching as needed for student identifies for special education or related service plans (504, educational support team).
• Monitors, directs and implements behavioral interventions within the classroom as needed.
• Assists and makes recommendations for instructional strategies to regular classroom teachers related to assisting educational progress for all students.
• Implements specialized accommodations for standardized testing (Smarter Balanced, PARC, MCAS, etc.) or alternative testing needed for student's IEP requirements.
• Completes case management paperwork duties related to IEP and Evaluation procedures as defined by the Special Education Administrator.
• Assists the Special Education Administrator with purchasing supplies related to specialized instruction subject areas and assessment needs.
• Maintains and submits documentation including lesson plans, progress reports, grading, IEP evaluation and ITP progress forms as needed.
• Participates in on-going school curriculum development, professional development, evaluation and assessment as requested.
• Participates in mandated and assigned professional training offered in the program.
• Directs and supervises 1:1 aides and teaching assistants in collaboration with the Dean of Students.
• Aids in planning & supervising school field trips.
• Participates in treatment team, systems and faculty meetings as required.
• Always maintains students' confidentiality and reports all pertinent information to supervisor.
• Pursues appropriate channels of communication
• Understand the administrative structure, chain of command and program philosophy of Mount Prospect Academy.
• Appropriately represents Mount Prospect Academy to the community, students' parents and outside agencies.
• Follows all company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits (Full-time):

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement Plan (403B)
• STD & LTD
• Life Insurance
• AD & D
• Comprehensive wellness initiatives
• Paid time off
• Employee discount program
• Expense reimbursement
• Further education opportunities
• Access to outdoor equipment, adventure outings, company gym and training facilities
• Regular wellness and team-building activities
• Free meals and Company Swag
• Dynamic professional development opportunities
• And more

Qualifications/Requirements:

• 21years of age
• Required: Bachelor's Degree with a professional educator's certification with an endorsement in Special Education for appropriate grade level.
• Preferred: Two or more years' experience in instruction in the field of special education particular to middle school and high school levels.
• Experience working with students with educational disabilities.
• New Hampshire Teacher License

Mount Prospect Academy assures equal opportunity and public access and, if necessary, affirmative action in all its policies regarding employment and provision of services. Becket does not discriminate in its hiring, programs or policies on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status or sexual orientation. Mount Prospect Academy strongly recommends, but does not require, that all MPA faculty (employees) stay protected against COVID-19 by getting their primary vaccine series and stay up to date with a booster dose if they are eligible to receive one.

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