Exceptional Student Education Teacher

Position Summary:

The ESE teacher is responsible for directly supervising and implementing a quality educational program for each student in their classroom. They will provide stimulating lessons to students in all academic areas as well as engage parents in their child’s learning. They will ensure compliance with all necessary licensures and state mandates regarding education, testing and assessments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Develop and write Individual Education Plans (IEPs) along with school staff and therapists
• Participate in parental/student IEP meetings
• Develop and implement daily and weekly schedule at the school.
• Maintain close contact with parents concerning developments at school and encourage reinforcement of educational goals at home. This includes, but is not limited to successes, problems, accidents, reinforcements, etc. and notices to parents concerning holidays and other general information.
• Keep parents, therapists and other professionals informed of student’s individual progress and offer goals/activities/materials to facilitate child’s progress in global development.
• Conduct individual assessments for each child and develop an Individual Education Plan (IEP) in accordance with the therapists and family,
• Have complete awareness of:

• Student’s disabilities
• Medical issues
• Evaluations & Individual Education Plans (IEP), etc.

• Aid staff in daily programming skills.
• Manage fiscal and administrative needs to include petty cash, maintenance supplies, food, educational supplies, maintenance, and repair.
• Fill out attendance/transportation forms (children and staff) daily.
• Daily maintenance and awareness of the physical and safety needs of facility
• Conduct individual home visits as needed and update parent(s) on child’s progress, monthly home programs, and receive family input for the child’s programming needs.
• Attend all DOE, school district and Arc of Palm Beach County mandated trainings/meetings.
• Participate in staff and parent meetings/child study teams/evaluations, providing feedback regarding to the child’s academic and functional goals and recommend interventions for the child’s present and future needs.
• Provide consistent services.
• Maintain a wish list of materials and supplies.
• Work on special projects as directed by the Senior Director of Children and Family Services.
• Keep current with the latest innovations in the field of special education.
• Maintain the ability to meet the physical requirements of this position as related to duties at all times.
• Other duties as assigned by the Leadership

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and team members.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Maintain professional and courteous demeanor.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members, families, agencies, vendors, donors and funders.
• Identify concerns, generate and evaluate alternate solutions and make sound recommendations.

 Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education and current Florida Teacher’s Certification (ESE K-12).
• 1-3 years’ experience in Special Education and/or Elementary Education Class Room experience.  
• Must possess and maintain a current Florida’s Driver’s License and state minimum requirements for auto insurance.

What we will provide to you: A culture of compassionate team members and excellent Benefits: • Affordable Comprehensive Medical Insurance • FREE Dental/Vision Insurance • Paid Life Insurance & Disability • Employee Assistance Program • Flexible Spending Account • Bonus Days Off the week before New Year’s Day • Holiday, Vacation, PTO • Retirement Plan • Professional Development • Referral Bonuses

The Arc of Palm Beach County is a dynamic, community-based nonprofit serving and advocating for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our dedicated and caring team members provide supports that help over 3,500 children, teens, and adults to live, learn, work, and thrive.

At The Arc, we are driven by our vision of a community where every person feels welcome, connected, and accepted. Fulfilling this vision requires passion, creativity, and a diversity of skills and backgrounds. Think you have what it takes? Help us make a difference and join us as an Exceptional Student Education Teacher in the fight for inclusion and belonging for all!