What are the responsibilities and job description for the Education Specialist position at Allendale Association?
Company Overview
The Allendale Association is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to excellence and innovation in the care, treatment, education, and advocacy for children and youth with serious emotional, mental, and behavioral health challenges.
Job Description
We are seeking a talented and energetic Special Education Teacher (LBS1) to join our team. As an LBS1 Teacher, you will provide individual and group special education instruction and therapeutic services within a self-contained classroom in a therapeutic day school setting.
Our students require a unique blend of academic support, social skills development, and therapeutic interventions. You will work collaboratively as a team with each student and their family to support them in their educational and life goals.
As an LBS1 Teacher at the Allendale Association, you will be provided with:
- A mentor to support your transition into the role
- Initial and on-going training and professional development, including REStArT and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A Bachelor's degree or higher in Education or a related field
- LBS1 License/Endorsement or Short Term Emergency License pursuing LBS1
- Knowledge of Special Education laws, rules, and regulations
Benefits
At the Allendale Association, we offer a range of benefits to support your career and well-being:
- Student Loan Repayment Benefit: up to $200/month for up to five years
- Sign-on bonus of $2,500
Salary : $200
