Credentialed Teacher Ed. Specialist, Moderate to Severe at Leeway School
Job Summary
Job Summary
Catapult Learning is a leading provider of contracted educational services to schools and districts nationwide. We are an organization of dedicated people who know how exciting and rewarding it is to help children achieve. Catapult emphasizes small group teaching environments and high professional standards and will provide you the opportunity to grow with us and help students achieve beyond expectations. You will have the opportunity to work with a very specialized population in an intimate classroom setting. We also offer a full suite of health benefits, tuition reimbursement, plus 401k plan to full-time employees. Special Education Teachers provide instructional services with the necessary educational expertise in reading, mathematics, writing, and related areas; diagnoses learning skill deficits and delivers prescribed instructional delivery methods as determined by the Company; consults with school personnel to coordinate efforts in providing services to students; communicates and conferences with parents providing information on student progress. Responsibilities Essential duties and responsibilities include the following: Attends training sessions, passes content assessment, and delivers designated instructional models and strategies in readiness, reading, mathematics, and/or writing skills to eligible students through utilization of Company-designed materials and educational strategies. Develops and maintains individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans. Ensures supervision of students at all times, including escorting students safely to and from classroom or to mobile/trailer classroom. Establishes and maintains student forms and files as required by Company, local, state, and/or federal agencies. Attends and documents conferences/meetings/trainings with Supervisors, classroom teachers, principals, and parents as required by the Company, local, state, and/or federal agencies. Maintains inventory of educational materials and supplies.
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Leeway School is a state certified nonpublic special education school for students with developmental and behavioral problems. The school serves approximately 100 students, and there are 60 full-time staff, including credentialed teachers, counselors, a speech and occupational therapist, and instructional assistants. We have 2 credentialed teacher openings for the new school year. It requires the appropriate teaching credential: Education Specialist credential - Moderate/Severe. The minimum qualification is enrollment into a University Educational Internship program in Moderate/Severe. The 2 classrooms are comprised of elementary and high school age students with developmental delays and some with autism. Experience with IEP's, ABA, DTT, and PECS preferred. School is well established with a therapeutic milieu. The school is located in Alhambra, and serves students throughout East Los Angeles and the San Gabriel Valley. We will offer a $5000.00 signing bonus upon completion of successful probationary period. Email or fax resumes to: Russ Smith, Director Russell.smith@catapultlearning.com Leeway School 9 North Almansor St.Alhambra, CA 91801 Phone: (626) 308-4521Fax: (626) 284-8176
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications: EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree required Valid teaching certificate: Moderate/Severe Credential or Intern Credential. OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS: Must understand that all children can learn. Must demonstrate positive and enthusiastic attitude towards internal and external customers. Must be flexible. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/WORKING CONDITIONS: Light lifting, walking, climbing stairs. Most programs are in school settings. The Company provides all classroom and instructional materials as well prepared lesson plans and paid training. Continued instructional and leadership support for all employees is also provided.
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications: EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree required Valid teaching certificate: Moderate/Severe Credential or Intern Credential. OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS: Must understand that all children can learn. Must demonstrate positive and enthusiastic attitude towards internal and external customers. Must be flexible. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/WORKING CONDITIONS: Light lifting, walking, climbing stairs. Most programs are in school settings. The Company provides all classroom and instructional materials as well prepared lesson plans and paid training. Continued instructional and leadership support for all employees is also provided.