Special Education Teacher - Grant Associates
Bronx, NY 10453
About the Job
Special Education Teacher - Job Corps Bronx
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Who We Are
Our employees consistently rate Grant Associates as a great place to work, and often recommend open positions to friends. We are a culturally diverse company with competitive benefits, frequent opportunities for growth and change, training and fun activities! We provide: Competitive wages for high performance • 11 Paid Holidays • PTO • Tuition reimbursement • Guided Professional Development Plans • Summer Fridays • Weekly Wellness Sessions • Medical/Vision/ Dental • Employer Paid Life Insurance • Employer 401k Contributions • Employee Referral Bonus • Employee Assistance Programs •Company Picnics • Volunteer Experiences • Access to Free Financial Counseling
General Description
The Job CorpsSpecial Education Instructor will have a strong background in special education and a passion for creating an inclusive learning environment that meets the unique needs of participants with diverse abilities.
- Individualized Education Plans (IEPs): Collaborate with support services staff and evaluate participants' individualized education plans, ensuring that academic and vocational goals are aligned with their needs.
- Curriculum Adaptation: Modify curriculum materials and lesson plans to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities, providing differentiated instruction as necessary.
- Instructional Delivery: Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons that cater to participants with special learning needs, fostering their growth in academic and life skills.
- Accommodations and Support: Provide accommodations and support to participants during assessments, tests, and assignments to ensure equal access to education.
- Progress Monitoring: Regularly assess participants' progress and adjust teaching strategies to meet their evolving needs and goals.
- Collaboration: Work closely with regular education instructors, support staff, and counselors to create a cohesive and supportive learning environment.
- Behavior Management: Implement positive behavior intervention strategies and techniques to address challenging behaviors and promote a positive classroom environment.
- Communication: Maintain open communication with participants, support services staff, families, and caregivers to ensure a holistic approach to participant success.
- Professional Development: Stay updated on best practices in special education, attend relevant workshops, and collaborate with colleagues to enhance teaching methodologies.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of participants' academic progress, IEP goals, and interventions.
- Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field.
- Special Education certification or relevant teaching certification.
- Minimum of two years of experience teaching individuals with special needs.
- Strong knowledge of special education laws, IEP development, and accommodations.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Empathy, patience, and a commitment to promoting inclusion and diversity.
- Familiarity with assistive technologies and educational technology.
- Able to teach at the Brooklyn and Bronx location
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