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Teacher of the Handicapped

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Woods Services

2024-11-07 01:42:18

Job location Atco, New Jersey, United States

Job type: fulltime

Job industry: Education

Job description

Overview:
Join our team and be a part of something extraordinary as we embark embrace differences and improve lives.

Archway Programs is a nonprofit organization in New Jersey, providing diverse services to individuals of all ages with disabilities. The organization focuses on core values like safety, compassion, and individuality to improve lives. With over 450 employees serving over 1,800 individuals, Archway Programs emphasizes customized services and continuous innovation to make a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

PTO and Vacation Time

Career growth and leadership opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

And more!

Title: Teacher of the Handicapped

Job Summary: Teachers function under the supervision of the principal and the sending district child study team in the development of an appropriate school program. Teachers are knowledgeable about the educational process of handicapped students. They organize an appropriate educational program following the school curriculum and student IEPs. The Teacher provides appropriate and consistent services to the student, to implement educational activities while fostering the development of social/emotional behaviors.

Salary: Starting at $57000 / annually depending upon education, experience, and licensure.

Responsibilities:
Works under the direct supervision of the principal.

Works effectively with the Archway child study team, sending district child study teams, administration, parents and support staff (teacher assistants, crisis counselor, related services)

Gives direction to teacher assistant

Utilizes teacher assistant appropriately to provide student activities

Develops an effective classroom management system

Organizes classroom environment/lessons effectively to meet students' needs

Has a copy of student's current IEP and maintains records of goal/objective mastery

Utilizes appropriate methods/materials to help student succeed

Organizes/utilizes classroom learning center and displays student work/behavioral contracts

Maintains ongoing and regular contact with parents concerning: student growth, behavior, needs

Keep up-to-date anecdotal records and work folders indicating pupil's current level of functioning in each basic skill area

Assists in curriculum development selection of educational materials and equipment

Utilizes a sequential curricula with planned experiences to enable students to:develop self-expression

improve self-concept

develop social skills

develop self-help skills

improve work/study habits

apply knowledge in basic skill areas

improve pupil's health/physical development

develop career awareness

improve pre-vocational/vocational skills

Maintains/turns in lesson plans and on-going communication forms weekly to the principal

Participates in orientation/in-service programs, staff meetings, and students' educational problems/needs

Controls classroom environment through approved private use of discipline

Disciplines students while encouraging positive self-growth rather than punishment

Participates in PIP for professional development

Arrives to work on time and adheres to the electronic sign in/payroll system and attendance policy

Attends yearly Handle With Care and CPI training.

Maintains confidentiality of students personal information at all times.

Maintains student information in a locked and secure space.

Supervises students while moving throughout the building, around campus and during assigned school activities

Responsible for any miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree

Previous experience working with children in an educational environment is preferred.

NJ Teacher of the Handicapped or Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certificate & NJ Certification in an appropriate content area (exp. Elementary Teacher K-5)

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