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Special Education Teacher → Grades 6-12, Science

Atlantis Academy
Posted 4 months ago, valid for 2 months
Location

Pompano Beach, FL 33076, US

Salary

$41,000 - $52,000 /year

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Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off
Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance
Employee Discounts

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  • Position: Middle School Science Teacher → Grades 6-12
  • Salary: Not specified
  • Experience Required: Prior experience working with curriculum development, differentiation, and instruction in a classroom setting. Prior experience working in a special education program setting preferred. Prior experience working with children with autism and related disabilities preferred.
  • Qualifications Required:
    • Bachelors degree or higher in education or related field.
    • Prior experience working with curriculum development, differentiation and instruction in a classroom setting.
    • Prior experience working in a special education program setting preferred.
    • Prior experience working with children with autism and related disabilities preferred.
    • Solid motivational, problem solving, decision making and organizational skills.
  • Additional Perks and Benefits Include:
    • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
    • Virtual Medical Visits
    • Health Savings Account
    • Paid Time Off
    • School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule

🚩  Starting Salary:  $41,000 - $52,000 /year

Atlantis Academy, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a Special Education Teacher → Grades 6-12 to join our award-winning team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!

If you thrive in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, outcome-driven environment, seek a career with genuine purpose, and possess a problem-solving mindset, a sense of humor, and a stellar work ethic — We Should Talk! 📲

As a Special Education Teacher, you will plan, prepare and implement the instructional process for students with disabilities within the classroom including, but not limited to; delivery of instruction, implementation of curriculum materials & educational software, and development of daily lesson plans & classroom schedules, which reflect school requirements as well the physical, emotional, and educational needs of the learner.

‖ Responsibilities Include:

  • Providing a collaborative environment for students, parents, and administrative personnel.

  • Establishing a climate that promotes a firm, fair and respectful classroom environment with a focus on social development and group responsibility by modeling and reinforcing positive behaviors as outlined in Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program for the school and classroom.

  • Implementing established school-wide and classroom PBIS programs, reinforcement systems, behavioral expectations and consequence guidelines.

  • Recording student progress/records, maintaining student files, and preparing reports on students and activities.

  • Providing direct subject based instruction and/or working in a team environment to collaboratively and/or co-teach curricular subjects.

  • Modifying curriculum and assisting with differentiated instruction for students.

  • Using a variety of instructional strategies and resources to respond to the diverse needs and interests of students; including prescribed educational software and intervention curriculum.

  • Acting as case manager to special education students.

  • Preparing daily lesson plans and materials for assigned class.

  • Reporting incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) in order to maintain the personal safety of students and adhere to State and Federal law.

  • Maintaining the classroom, furniture, and supplies in a neat and orderly condition according to procedure.

  • Keeping up to date with research-based practices and developments in subject area.

  • Responding constructively to formal and informal feedback.

  • Performing other duties as assigned.

‖ Qualifications Required:

  • Bachelors degree or higher in education or related field.
  • Prior experience working with curriculum development, differentiation and instruction in a classroom setting.
  • Prior experience working in a special education program setting preferred. 
  • Prior experience working with children with autism and related disabilities preferred. 
  • Solid motivational, problem solving, decision making and organizational skills.
  • Willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and new initiatives.
  • Strong oral and written communication.
  • Highly skilled in working with students with diverse needs.

 

Atlantis Academy  is a division of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults.  For more than 45 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives!

💻 Learn more about our history, our mission and the program services we provide by visiting the links below:

  • https://bit.ly/OurChancelightStory
  • https://bit.ly/LoveAtlantisAcademy

As a member of the ChanceLight family you will be provided with the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching personal & professional fulfillment!  

Additional Perks and Benefits Include:

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
  • Virtual Medical Visits
  • Health Savings Account
  • Paid Time Off
  • School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
  • Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
  • 401k Options
  • Legal Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Opportunities for Growth & Development
  • And So Much More!

If you're ready to start changing the direction of students' lives by providing them the opportunity to create successful, independent futures — this is your Chance

Join us and start making a genuine difference in the lives of children today!  

Careers, With ChanceLight 💙 Work. With Purpose.

 

Copyright © 2024 ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, a ChanceLight® company  *Benefit plans and eligibility requirements may vary based on role and employment status. 

Education

Required
  • Bachelors or better in Education or related field

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred
  • Has License/Credentialing
  • Teaching Certification
  • Special Ed Certification

Skills

Preferred
  • Teaching Specialty - Science
  • Special Education
  • High School Education
  • Middle School Education
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Classroom Management
  • Curriculum Development
  • Behavioral Support
  • Personalized Instruction

Behaviors

Preferred
  • Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
  • Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred
  • Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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