Turning Pointe Autism Foundation
Description:
Job Title:
Special Education TeacherTPAF Role:
TeacherReports to:
Instructional CoachFLSA Status:
ExemptISBE Category:
TeacherJob Type:
Full-TimeTPAF Calendar:
AcademicDirect Reports:
None
Qualifications:
Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) endorsement or approval encompassing the grade levels and age ranges of the students served.
Position
Summary:
A Turning Pointe Special Education Teacher is expected to develop and implement programs for a classroom that address and meet the needs and IEP goals of all students.
The teacher needs excellent interpersonal skills and a willingness to work as a collaborative member of a team.
Essential Job Functions:
Prepare, adapt and deliver instructional materialDevelop suitable curricular and utilize effective teaching methods based on assessment of students' needsEvaluate student's academic and behavioral progressSupervise students in classrooms, school buildings and social-curricular activitiesDevelop educational plans for the individual studentTeach desirable study, work and recreational habits by providing students with opportunities for which they are best suitedDevelop IEP's that reflect student needs, define measurable benchmarks for goals and use data to measure goal progress Collaborate with the Related Service Team to ensure generalization of skills and consistent programmingMeet regularly with Turning Pointe administration and Lead Teacher to develop TPAF Curriculum and ensure fluid and consistent programming Create and maintain student records and prepare reports relative to the work.
Select appropriate tests, learning aids, materials and suppliesParticipate in teacher trainings as requiredHelp plan and participate in extracurricular student and staff activitiesMaintain records and prepare reports and correspondence related to the workCollaborate and support the family home teams by meeting with parents, communicating life and behavior skills programs and supporting generalization of skills to home and community environmentsWork well with the TPAF team in a collaborative mannerShare ideas and implement TPAF school program objectivesSupervise and support student support staff and help organize schedules and oversee integrity of behavior support plansProvide overall support and commit to reducing maladaptive behaviors and addressing student's specific needsSupport the Turning Pointe Autism Foundation fundraising objectives providing information, collaborating on fundraising activities and reflecting the goals and objectives of the organizationPerform other work and responsibilities as assignedRequirements:
Experience & Skills:
Experience working with middle/high school students impacted by autism or other developmentally disabling disorders preferred Experience implementing behavior support plans Knowledge of the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis A proven track record working as a team member in a therapeutic and/or educational environment Patient with a calm and organized approach Physical Demands:
May include lifting and supporting up to 50 poundsMay be required to bend, stoop, and kneelAbility to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurationsAbility to stand and circulate for extended periods of timeModerate to high stress levelsDaily contact with students, teachers, and school staffRegular contact with parents, community members and outside agency personnelMay be exposed to contact with individuals displaying physically aggressive, self-abusive, or socially undesirable behaviorPIb781f3225734-25401-30664668About the Company:
Turning Pointe Autism Foundation.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Job Title:
Special Education TeacherTPAF Role:
TeacherReports to:
Instructional CoachFLSA Status:
ExemptISBE Category:
TeacherJob Type:
Full-TimeTPAF Calendar:
AcademicDirect Reports:
None
Qualifications:
Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) endorsement or approval encompassing the grade levels and age ranges of the students served.
Position
Summary:
A Turning Pointe Special Education Teacher is expected to develop and implement programs for a classroom that address and meet the needs and IEP goals of all students.
The teacher needs excellent interpersonal skills and a willingness to work as a collaborative member of a team.
Essential Job Functions:
Prepare, adapt and deliver instructional materialDevelop suitable curricular and utilize effective teaching methods based on assessment of students' needsEvaluate student's academic and behavioral progressSupervise students in classrooms, school buildings and social-curricular activitiesDevelop educational plans for the individual studentTeach desirable study, work and recreational habits by providing students with opportunities for which they are best suitedDevelop IEP's that reflect student needs, define measurable benchmarks for goals and use data to measure goal progress Collaborate with the Related Service Team to ensure generalization of skills and consistent programmingMeet regularly with Turning Pointe administration and Lead Teacher to develop TPAF Curriculum and ensure fluid and consistent programming Create and maintain student records and prepare reports relative to the work.
Select appropriate tests, learning aids, materials and suppliesParticipate in teacher trainings as requiredHelp plan and participate in extracurricular student and staff activitiesMaintain records and prepare reports and correspondence related to the workCollaborate and support the family home teams by meeting with parents, communicating life and behavior skills programs and supporting generalization of skills to home and community environmentsWork well with the TPAF team in a collaborative mannerShare ideas and implement TPAF school program objectivesSupervise and support student support staff and help organize schedules and oversee integrity of behavior support plansProvide overall support and commit to reducing maladaptive behaviors and addressing student's specific needsSupport the Turning Pointe Autism Foundation fundraising objectives providing information, collaborating on fundraising activities and reflecting the goals and objectives of the organizationPerform other work and responsibilities as assignedRequirements:
Experience & Skills:
Experience working with middle/high school students impacted by autism or other developmentally disabling disorders preferred Experience implementing behavior support plans Knowledge of the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis A proven track record working as a team member in a therapeutic and/or educational environment Patient with a calm and organized approach Physical Demands:
May include lifting and supporting up to 50 poundsMay be required to bend, stoop, and kneelAbility to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurationsAbility to stand and circulate for extended periods of timeModerate to high stress levelsDaily contact with students, teachers, and school staffRegular contact with parents, community members and outside agency personnelMay be exposed to contact with individuals displaying physically aggressive, self-abusive, or socially undesirable behaviorPIb781f3225734-25401-30664668About the Company:
Turning Pointe Autism Foundation.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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