Position Summary

The Teacher/Special Education Teacher (SET) is responsible for collaborating within the classroom team in the development, implementation and monitoring of effective, individualized academic and behavioral programming for students.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Assure effective academic and behavioral programming for each student which results in high rates of academic progress and successful program completion.
2. Develop, implement, review, and report on Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each student.
3. Develop and implement a classroom/behavioral management system in collaboration with the classroom team.
4. Assure effective behavioral health planning to increase each student's social and emotional learning skills.
5. Assure the continuous safety of all students.
6. Assure the continuing development of professional skills.

Qualifications

• Clearances. State Police; FBI clearance; child abuse clearance; CPSL Mandated Reporter-Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse training; any additional background checks/clearances required by state governing bodies.
• Valid driver's license and current vehicle insurance.
• Pressley Ridge School for the Deaf - Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) required. Applicants not meeting the minimum ASL proficiency are required to complete coursework and meet the minimum proficiency after hire.

Working Conditions

• Physical Demands. This position requires a moderate to high level of physical activity. Employee must meet minimum requirements for Hearing, Speech and Vision.
• Environmental. School and Community
• Working Hours. As assigned