Education Specialist- SAS- San Fernando Valley, CA at Haynes Family of Programs
Job Summary
Job Summary
Summary: Responsible for implementing compensatory supplemental academic support for students with special needs in a 1:1 home setting; and providing an educational environment that is conducive to learning. Roles and Responsibilities: Reviews prior records of students to identify specific educational needs Works cooperatively with parents, various therapists, and others to assist in the student's overall treatment plan Utilizes current teaching methods and strategies to design lesson plans that will engage students in the learning process; ensures opportunities for all students to actively participate in the learning process; assigns homework that can be accomplished independently by the students Develops and implements effective behavior management techniques appropriate for students utilizing positive reinforcement philosophies; maintains a structured, organized, and safe educational environment with clearly defined expectations and schedule Develops and maintains individual including progress reports, daily attendance records, in accordance with school policies; ensures confidentiality is maintained Responds appropriately to incidents and problems that arise during academic sessions and works with the family to assess the situation and determine appropriate interventions Attends and participates in meetings, in-service programs, and workshops to maintain professional knowledge and skills and keep informed as to Company's policies and programs that may impact students Performs other reasonable related duties as assigned Qualifications: Specialized (moderate/severe) California Teaching Credential or Specialized (mild/moderate) California Teaching Credential with authorization to teach students with autism Previous experience in education with IEP based services, IEPs, goals preferred Organized, creative, flexible, innovative thinker Knowledge of Microsoft suite of programs (Outlook, Word, Excel) Knowledge of database system input and repo
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Summary:
Responsible for implementing compensatory supplemental academic support for students with special needs in a 1:1 home setting; and providing an educational environment that is conducive to learning.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Reviews prior records of students to identify specific educational needs
- Works cooperatively with parents, various therapists, and others to assist in the student's overall treatment plan
- Utilizes current teaching methods and strategies to design lesson plans that will engage students in the learning process; ensures opportunities for all students to actively participate in the learning process; assigns homework that can be accomplished independently by the students
- Develops and implements effective behavior management techniques appropriate for students utilizing positive reinforcement philosophies; maintains a structured, organized, and safe educational environment with clearly defined expectations and schedule
- Develops and maintains individual including progress reports, daily attendance records, in accordance with school policies; ensures confidentiality is maintained
- Responds appropriately to incidents and problems that arise during academic sessions and works with the family to assess the situation and determine appropriate interventions
- Attends and participates in meetings, in-service programs, and workshops to maintain professional knowledge and skills and keep informed as to Company's policies and programs that may impact students
- Performs other reasonable related duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Specialized (moderate/severe) California Teaching Credential or Specialized (mild/moderate) California Teaching Credential with authorization to teach students with autism
- Previous experience in education with IEP based services, IEPs, goals preferred
- Organized, creative, flexible, innovative thinker
- Knowledge of Microsoft suite of programs (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Knowledge of database system input and reporting
- Must fulfill all requirements of employment, including clearance of all required background records (e.g. Department of Justice, Child Abuse, California Community Care Licensing, County Sanction List, etc.)
Requirements / Qualifications
MATERIALS Specialized (moderate/severe) California Teaching Credential or Specialized (mild/moderate) California Teaching Credential with authorization to teach students with autism Demonstrated skill in working with students who with special needs Demonstrated skill in behavior management Demonstrated skill in curriculum development Effective oral and written communication skills Ability to pass and utilize First Aid and CPR certification within three months of hire Must fulfill all requirements of employment, including clearance of all required background records (e.g. Department of Justice, Child Abuse, California Community Care Licensing, County Sanction List, etc.), professional, physical examination, and drug testing
Requirements / Qualifications
MATERIALS Specialized (moderate/severe) California Teaching Credential or Specialized (mild/moderate) California Teaching Credential with authorization to teach students with autism Demonstrated skill in working with students who with special needs Demonstrated skill in behavior management Demonstrated skill in curriculum development Effective oral and written communication skills Ability to pass and utilize First Aid and CPR certification within three months of hire Must fulfill all requirements of employment, including clearance of all required background records (e.g. Department of Justice, Child Abuse, California Community Care Licensing, County Sanction List, etc.), professional, physical examination, and drug testing