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Special Education Co-Teacher

January 4, 2023 - May 26, 2023

This position is for a co-teacher in a classroom at Havern School, serving students with learning disabilities. We follow a self-contained intervention model, with the teachers responsible for teaching all subject areas (reading, writing, math, science and social studies). Differentiated instruction is delivered in a small group format. This is a full time position for the remainder of the 2022-2023 school year. Starting salary range for this position is $43,000-$48,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Plan, deliver and amend, as necessary, the instructional programs

  • Work closely with lead teacher and other colleagues to ensure continuity within the grade level and from grade to grade

  • Build students’ confidence and self-esteem as you come to know them as learners and individuals

  • Participate fully in the life of the school by contributing to and attending school events, supporting advancement/development efforts, and being a representative of the school

  • Maintain a classroom that is orderly, organized and equipped to meet the needs of the program and students, and presents a professional appearance to the community

  • Communicate with families via conferences, phone conversations and emails 

  • Maintain student notes, anecdotal records, observations, work samples, and any appropriate assessments

  • Complete student progress reports 

  • Document discipline, student health and other professional correspondence as appropriate

  • Attend monthly faculty meetings and other team or school-wide meetings as needed

  • Take advantage of professional development opportunities and remain current on educational research and best practices

  • Engage in self-assessment and work towards professional goals and professional growth

  • Play an active role in the admissions process through classroom visits and observations

  • Promote enrollment for the school internally and externally

  • Support the school and its leadership

  • Other duties as assigned

 

Qualifications and Competencies:

  • Bachelor’s degree in elementary or special education, Master’s preferred

  • Experience working with elementary-aged students

  • Specific training and experience in the area of autism spectrum disorder

  • Commitment to mission and philosophy of Havern School

  • Sensitivity to intellectual, physical, and emotional needs of students

  • Excellent verbal, written communication skills and strong organizational and management skills

  • Experience in curriculum development, collaborative planning and team teaching

  • Desire and ability to work with children with learning differences

  • Believe in each individual’s ability and potential to learn and succeed

  • Maintain current knowledge of techniques and best practices in education and desire and willingness to take advantage of professional development opportunities

  • Collaborative team plan and student-centered problem-solver

 

Havern School offers a full package of benefits including health, dental, life insurance, and retirement.


Please visit our website for more information about our school: www.havernschool.org  If you are interested in the position please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected].

 

Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap.