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