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Woods Services is Hiring an Archway Teacher of Handicapped Near Evesham, NJ
Overview:
Join our team and be a part of something extraordinary as we embark embrace differences and improve lives.
Archway Programs is a nonprofit organization in New Jersey, providing diverse services to individuals of all ages with disabilities. The organization focuses on core values like safety, compassion, and individuality to improve lives. With over 450 employees serving over 1,800 individuals, Archway Programs emphasizes customized services and continuous innovation to make a positive impact in the community.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
PTO and Vacation Time
Career growth and leadership opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
And more!
Title: Teacher of the Handicapped
Job Summary: Teachers function under the supervision of the principal and the sending district child study team in the development of an appropriate school program. Teachers are knowledgeable about the educational process of handicapped students. They organize an appropriate educational program following the school curriculum and student IEPs. The Teacher provides appropriate and consistent services to the student, to implement educational activities while fostering the development of social/emotional behaviors.
Salary: Starting at $57000 / annually depending upon education, experience, and licensure.
Responsibilities:
Works under the direct supervision of the principal.
Works effectively with the Archway child study team, sending district child study teams, administration, parents and support staff (teacher assistants, crisis counselor, related services)
Gives direction to teacher assistant
Utilizes teacher assistant appropriately to provide student activities
Develops an effective classroom management system
Organizes classroom environment/lessons effectively to meet students’ needs
Has a copy of student’s current IEP and maintains records of goal/objective mastery
Utilizes appropriate methods/materials to help student succeed
Organizes/utilizes classroom learning center and displays student work/behavioral contracts
Maintains ongoing and regular contact with parents concerning: student growth, behavior, needs
Keep up-to-date anecdotal records and work folders indicating pupil’s current level of functioning in each basic skill area
Assists in curriculum development selection of educational materials and equipment
Utilizes a sequential curricula with planned experiences to enable students to:
develop self-expression
improve self-concept
develop social skills
develop self-help skills
improve work/study habits
apply knowledge in basic skill areas
improve pupil’s health/physical development
develop career awareness
improve pre-vocational/vocational skills
Maintains/turns in lesson plans and on-going communication forms weekly to the principal
Participates in orientation/in-service programs, staff meetings, and students’ educational problems/needs
Controls classroom environment through approved private use of discipline
Disciplines students while encouraging positive self-growth rather than punishment
Participates in PIP for professional development
Arrives to work on time and adheres to the electronic sign in/payroll system and attendance policy
Attends yearly Handle With Care and CPI training.
Maintains confidentiality of students personal information at all times.
Maintains student information in a locked and secure space.
Supervises students while moving throughout the building, around campus and during assigned school activities
Responsible for any miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
Previous experience working with children in an educational environment is preferred.
NJ Teacher of the Handicapped or Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certificate & NJ Certification in an appropriate content area (exp. Elementary Teacher K-5)