Special Education Teacher, Special Education School

Wayfinder Family Services is seeking a Special Education Teacher to implement an individualized, comprehensive program for students who are blind and multi-handicapped. The teacher will develop students' communication, mobility, and functional skills to increase their independence in a safe and positive environment.

Requirements

• Participates in educational assessment by using selected tools and involving parents, Designated Instructional Service Staff, and other relevant individuals.
• Develops students' Individualized Educational Programs with the assessment team, based on assessment findings and priorities identified by parents.
• Provides instructional activities, which are age-appropriate, functional, motivating, and reflect I.E.P. goals.
• Keeps records and reports current, such as class and individual schedules, lesson plans, and data sheets.
• Uses a variety of instructional strategies which are appropriate for students who are blind, such as mobility techniques, verbal description, and tactile examination.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
• 11 paid holidays, plus five winter holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 4%
• Employee referral program
• Education tuition assistance program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
• Flexible spending account (FSA) plans