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<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionComp Rate: $50 to $55Location: Benton Harbor, MI 49022Job TypeFull-timeDescription
The School Social Worker and Whole Child Coordinator is responsible for providing comprehensive social work services to students, while also developing and implementing holistic programs that support their overall well-being and academic success. This dual-role professional addresses individual and systemic barriers to learning, ensuring that students are healthy, safe, engaged, supported, and challenged.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
<ol>
<li>Individual and Group Support:
<ul>
<li>Provide individual and group counseling to students with social, emotional, and behavioral issues.</li>
<li>Conduct assessments to identify students’ needs and develop appropriate intervention plans.</li>
<li>Offer crisis intervention and support during emergencies.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Collaboration and Coordination:
<ul>
<li>Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and other staff to create and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and 504 plans.</li>
<li>Work with families to address home-related challenges that affect student performance.</li>
<li>Coordinate with community resources and services to support students and families.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Program Development and Implementation:
<ul>
<li>Develop and oversee school-wide programs and initiatives that address students’ physical, emotional, social, and academic needs.</li>
<li>Monitor and assess the effectiveness of whole-child initiatives and adjust strategies as needed.</li>
<li>Organize and lead school-wide events and activities that promote student well-being and engagement.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Professional Development and Advocacy:
<ul>
<li>Conduct workshops and training sessions for staff, parents, and students on relevant topics.</li>
<li>Advocate for resources and policies that support a holistic approach to education.</li>
<li>Coordinate professional development for staff on topics related to the whole child approach.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Data and Reporting:
<ul>
<li>Collect and analyze data to identify areas of need and track the progress of whole-child initiatives.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate records of services provided and prepare reports as required.</li>
<li>Communicate regularly with stakeholders to keep them informed about whole-child efforts and progress.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ol>
Requirements
Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.</li>
<li>State licensure as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent.</li>
<li>Experience in educational program development and implementation.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of child development, social-emotional learning, and family dynamics.</li>
<li>Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.</li>
</ul>
Skills:
<ul>
<li>Proficiency in counseling and therapeutic techniques.</li>
<li>Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.</li>
<li>Knowledge of community resources and how to access them.</li>
<li>Crisis management and conflict resolution skills.</li>
<li>Ability to develop and implement effective programs and strategies.</li>
<li>Strong collaboration and team-building skills.</li>
<li>Proficiency in data collection and analysis.</li>
<li>Empathy, patience, and a strong commitment to student well-being.</li>
<li>Effective advocacy and policy development skills.</li>
</ul>
This combined role leverages both direct support and systemic initiatives to promote a supportive and enriching environment for all students. The professional in this position ensures that individual needs are met while fostering a comprehensive approach to student development and success.

School Social Worker | Whole Child Coordinator

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionPosition: Dedicated AideRate: Up to $20 per hourReports to: Special Populations Coordinator
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
School Mission and Vision
<ul>
<li>Implement a shared school mission and vision to promote each student’s social, emotional, and academic development</li>
<li>Actively participate in data-driven instruction and methods of continuous improvement to ensure we meet the needs of each student</li>
<li>Reinforce the mission with students and families, inspiring them to act on the mission every single day</li>
<li>Reflect on instructional practices and adjust behavior and systems accordingly: ask regularly for feedback; model humility and admit mistakes; seek out thought partners; and, engage in professional learning</li>
<li>Collaborates with support teachers and other staff to ensure proper and consistent implementation of our instructional program</li>
</ul>
Equitable and Inclusive School Culture
<ul>
<li>Model ethical, equitable, and professional behavior and act with integrity, fairness, cultural competence, and empathy with students and colleagues </li>
<li>Contribute to a professional school culture focused on developing relational trust with colleagues and building each other's capacity to promote each student’s social, emotional, and academic development; serve as a mentor teacher for support teachers</li>
<li>Set personal and professional learning goals to promote wellness and enhance professional practice; attend summer institute and weekly professional development sessions</li>
<li>Participate in professional development and coaching cycles led by Principal and other instructional leaders</li>
<li>Encourages open, productive, collaborative, and trusting working relationships among administrators, teachers, and staff to promote an environment of continuous improvement</li>
<li>Develop a supportive and positive learning environment focused on uplifting student voice and using student data to drive student development, growth, and achievement</li>
</ul>
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Support a Student with Special Needs throughout the School Day
<ul>
<li>Assist the student with participating in lessons, daily activities, and assessments</li>
<li>Support the student with daily living activities (e.g. eating and toileting,) as needed </li>
<li>Facilitate independent work with materials in the inclusion environment</li>
<li>Teach lessons under the direction of the lead teacher and the special education teacher in the resource room</li>
<li>Implement prescribed behavioral strategies and positive behavior support in all settings</li>
<li>Accompany and assist students during related service sessions (speech therapy, occupational therapy, etc).</li>
<li>De-escalate students and use counseling skills</li>
</ul>
Collaborate with the Teaching Team and Special Education Team
<ul>
<li>Collaborate with the Lead Teacher and the Special Education Coordinators in the planning and management of lessons and work that the student will do independently and with support</li>
<li>Provide regular communication about students’ development to the lead teacher</li>
<li>Collaborate with the Special Education Coordinator and the Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) provider to implement ABA within the classroom setting. This includes planning for: classroom environment, natural environment teaching, instruction, discrete trial instruction, behavior management strategies, and reinforcement systems</li>
<li>Learn about writing IEP goals, progress summaries, and report cards</li>
</ul>
Assist in Data Collection and Record-Keeping
<ul>
<li>Participate in all training related to data collection and assessment</li>
<li>Gather written observations for Teaching Strategies GOLD (and any other assessments) as requested by the lead teacher</li>
<li>Discuss observations with the lead teacher, other teaching staff, and the Special Education Coordinator</li>
<li>Regularly collect data to track students’ progress in program areas: curriculum and IEP </li>
<li>Follow Functional Communication Protocols and Behavior Protocols to respond to students' behavior appropriately and successfully</li>
</ul>
Equitable and Inclusive Student Support
<ul>
<li>Improve and sustain a school environment that is inclusive, equitable, caring, and culturally competent (and meets the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs of each student)</li>
<li>Maintain positive, fair, and unbiased student behavior policies that emphasize relationship reconciliation and behavioral change</li>
<li>Work with Special Education Teacher and English Learner Teacher to plan for and support all learners’ needs</li>
<li>Use student performance and placement data, as well as school culture data, to promote greater inclusiveness, caring, equity, and closure of opportunity gaps</li>
<li>Serve as a member of the Student Support Team (SST) and implement a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) to meet the needs of all children, including special populations</li>
<li>Collaborate with the Lead Teacher, special education service providers (speech, physical therapist,occupational therapist), ELL teacher and other Assistant Teachers to address student needs in the classroom</li>
<li>Contribute productively to the school as a whole</li>
<li>Attend and participate in school events outside of regular school hours</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Dedicated Aide Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Possess a minimum of a High School Diploma (an Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree preferred)</li>
<li>At least two years of classroom experience, preferably in a public school or urban setting</li>
<li>Willingness to take Behavior Technician and Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) training</li>
<li>At least three years of combined experience as a teacher preferred</li>
<li>Meet state educational requirements, preferably a valid state-issued teaching license for Teaching in elementary education, or meet eligibility, including a Bachelor’s degree or a Master’s degree in Education and passing scores on Praxis I &amp; II</li>
<li>Deep experience and knowledge of learning standards and student-centered curriculum</li>
<li>An energetic, flexible, creative, innovative individual who can develop strengths-based, student-centered support plans that support learning for students of various abilities, including those with various identified exceptionalities</li>
<li>Ability to excel as a member of a multidisciplinary team and an instructional team</li>
<li>Ability to work in a multicultural, multilingual environment</li>
<li>Ability to collaborate and teach through a lens of diversity, equity, justice, and inclusion</li>
<li>Strong communication skills (both oral and written)</li>
</ul>

Dedicated Aide

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionPosition: SPED Teacher - Elementary (School-year position)Rate: Up to $55 per hour
We're looking for a dedicated and inspiring Special Education Teacher to join our team! If you're ready to make a real difference in the lives of students, advocating for their needs, and fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Do:
As our Special Education Teacher, you'll be more than just an instructor – you'll be a:
<ul>
<li>Champion: You'll be a passionate advocate for all students with disabilities, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are met.</li>
<li>Bridge Builder: You'll act as a liaison between teachers, administration, parents, and students, fostering open communication and collaboration.</li>
<li>Learning Architect: You'll create and implement effective instructional programs that meet the diverse needs of your students.</li>
<li>Skill Modeler: Guide learning, inspire and motivate students, to challenge them to meet their highest potential</li>
</ul>
Your Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Serve as the primary advocate for all students with disabilities.</li>
<li>Act as the liaison between teachers, administration, parents, and students.</li>
<li>Develop a deep understanding of Special Education best practices.</li>
<li>Utilize exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships.</li>
<li>Be extremely organized and detail-oriented.</li>
<li>Have the ability to problem-solve creatively and manage multiple tasks effectively.</li>
<li>Maintain proficiency in relevant subject areas and instructional techniques.</li>
<li>Sustain compliance in meeting all required deadlines.</li>
<li>Adhere to and support all school policies as outlined in the staff and student handbooks.</li>
<li>Actively participate in all staff orientations, meetings, in-services, grade or department-level team meetings, parent meetings, student conferences, and staff mission days.</li>
<li>Reflect critically on teaching practice and implement improvement strategies as needed.</li>
<li>Implement with high fidelity all components of the school's educational programs.</li>
<li>Engage in personal and professional development, goal setting, establishing classroom and school-wide performance standards, and assessing progress against those standards.</li>
<li>Direct and supervise the activity and performance of the instructional aide assigned to the classroom, involving them fully in the life of the classroom.</li>
<li>Maintain a classroom that demonstrates discipline, order, and a commitment to academic rigor.</li>
</ul>
What You'll Need (Qualifications):
<ul>
<li>LBS1 certification (Elementary Special Education).</li>
<li>NCLB Highly Qualified status.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of special education procedures.</li>
<li>[If preferred, but not required]: 2 years of teaching experience in an urban high school environment.</li>
</ul>

SPED Teacher - Elementary (School-year position) - URGENT HIRING!

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Position: Paraprofessional
Rate: Up to $20 per hour
Focused Staffing Group is seeking enthusiastic and passionate Paraprofessionals to assist teachers in our partner school.
A Paraprofessional worker is responsible for working individually with children with special needs. This individual implements methods and interventions from the treatment plan to help the student develop necessary skills and be successful. 
Duties include, but are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Assists the student in developing age appropriate self-management and social skills</li>
<li>Supports/assists teacher and classroom instruction by encouraging appropriate participation and task completion, providing re-direction and practice of academic skills</li>
<li>Follows teacher initiated directives or requests during instruction to enhance classroom participation</li>
<li>Carries out behavioral interventions developed by the team</li>
</ul>
Position Requirements:
<ul>
<li>High School Diploma or Equivalent</li>
<li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment</li>
<li>Ability to positively interact with students to encourage development</li>
<li>Ability to follow detailed instructions</li>
<li>Excellent dependability and reliability</li>
<li>Excellent attention to detail and follow through</li>
</ul>

Paraprofessionals

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY Under the direction of the Special Education Support Facilitator, the Special Education Teacher is responsible for providing Special Education, Academic, and Social Skills Intervention Services to identified students.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
<ul>
<li>Perform initial, triennial, and other assessments for students having IEPs (or those with signed assessment plans);</li>
<li>Plan and design curricula for educational programs; research and define educational goals, objectives, and methodologies to meet program goals;</li>
<li>Determine formats and approaches to achieve program and budget objectives; define needs of target populations; research trends at the national and state level, as appropriate to the position;</li>
<li>Coordinate activities of support staff, consultants, faculty, and/or volunteers engaged in implementation and administration of program objectives;</li>
<li>Manage and facilitate program activities, including classes, trainings, conferences, seminars, and/or other special projects;</li>
<li>As appropriate to the nature and objectives of the role, provide student advisement and support services, coordinate curriculum, and serve as a student liaison and advocate with faculty and staff;</li>
<li>Write, edit, and coordinate development of course catalogs, promotional materials, educational materials, training manuals, newsletters, and/or brochures, as appropriate to the program;</li>
<li>Assist with state standardized testing, as needed;</li>
<li>Attend IEP meetings as invited, including transition, pre-enrollment, initial, annual, triennial, etc.;</li>
<li>Provide IEP special education services at all OGCS Learning Centers;</li>
<li>Write initial, annual, triennial, and exit IEPs (excluding Speech/Language);</li>
<li>Maintain special education records to meet compliance guidelines;</li>
<li>Create assessment reports when appropriate;</li>
<li>Ensure that current IEPs are on file at school sites and oversee student working folders;</li>
<li>Annotate goals/objectives when appropriate for each student when designated; place progress report in IEP file;</li>
<li>Maintain schedule of assigned caseload IEP deadlines;</li>
<li>Communicate with parents about student progress and recommendations for home-based methods and materials; follow up on progress regularly;</li>
<li>Participate in kindergarten screenings, as needed;</li>
<li>Collaborate with administration and classroom teachers regarding academic curriculum materials; provide instructional materials when needed/applicable;</li>
<li>Assist with implementation/understanding of accommodations and modifications;</li>
</ul>
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
<ul>
<li>Attend staff meetings;</li>
<li>Consult with school administrators, Special Education Support Facilitator, general education teachers, other specialists, and parents regarding behavior management, ADHD issues, etc.;</li>
<li>Provide consultation regarding students involved in the SST process/504 plans;</li>
<li>Collaborate with NPA contractors who provide related services as outlined in students' IEPs;</li>
<li>Maintain schedule of NPA contractors for assigned caseload;</li>
<li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
WORK ENVIRONMENT This position works in a variety of settings including offices, classrooms, and outdoor environments and may experience heat or cold extremes, as well as exposure to fumes, odors, and dust. The noise level ranges from moderate to loud.PHYSICAL DEMANDS
<ul>
<li>Spends the majority of the day standing and sitting in an office or classroom setting. May frequently hold and demonstrate light objects.</li>
<li>Tasks may involve kneeling, squatting, stooping, and bending.</li>
<li>Uses technology such as computers, projectors, and monitors.</li>
<li>Requires frequent sitting with forward bending and neck flexion.</li>
<li>Grasping and manipulating office/classroom tools (pens, markers, scissors, staplers, etc.) as needed.</li>
<li>May occasionally need to climb or balance on stepladders or chairs.</li>
</ul>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s Degree</li>
<li>Special Education Teaching Credential (with Mild/Moderate Authorization)</li>
<li>NCLB compliance</li>
<li>Demonstrated use of modern technology for instruction, communication, and reporting</li>
<li>Effective oral and written communication skills to motivate, direct, and engage students and families</li>
<li>Proven ability to implement IEPs and track student progress toward goals</li>
</ul>

Special Education Teacher

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
URGENTLY HIRING FOR 2023-2024 School Year
COMPENSATION: Pays up to $65 per hour
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
For our Intervention Specialists we have a dedicated team that supports IEP writing and compliance to allow teachers time to plan, deliver and respond to instruction. IEP Writing and compliance is the primary responsibility of the Compliance Manager and NOT the Intervention Specialists.
<ul>
<li>Support the school's mission, philosophies, values, goals, and policies toward students, parents/guardians, and coworkers.</li>
<li>Design and effectively deliver developmentally appropriate curriculum and instruction which reflects observations and goals of individual children.</li>
<li>Establish a classroom culture of high expectations that includes college preparation for all students.</li>
<li>Work with the faculty and school leadership to frequently examine student data for ongoing refinement of instruction and assessment.</li>
<li>Share best practices with other teachers and collaborate with them to improve instructional and assessment practices.</li>
<li>Facilitate regular parent/guardian communications and conferences to discuss student progress.</li>
<li>Collaborate with Compliance Managers on IEP development and process</li>
<li>Keep the classroom environment organized, attractive and safe.</li>
<li>Interact frequently and respectfully with students.</li>
<li>Provide targeted small group instruction to students throughout the day</li>
<li>Provide direct service to students to help them achieve their IEP goals</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with grade-level teams across content areas</li>
<li>Assist teachers with differentiation in the classroom</li>
<li>Collaborate as part of the student intervention referral team</li>
<li>Support with assessment of students as a proctor and monitor of examinations, including the administration of testing accommodations</li>
<li>Provide a range of instructional, management, and assessment strategies to meet the needs of exceptional learners</li>
<li>Manage a caseload of students with IEPs: to progress monitor IEP goals and services and respond to the data</li>
<li>Facilitate testing accommodations</li>
<li>Assist with non-instructional supervision of students, such as arrival/dismissal, hallway monitoring, substitute teaching, lunch and playground duty, or supervision of extracurricular activities</li>
<li>Keep accurate and organized records of student information</li>
<li>Actively engage in identity work and necessary conversations in order to dismantle white supremacy culture</li>
</ul>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s Degree required</li>
</ul>
Experience:
<ul>
<li>2 years of teaching experience preferred</li>
<li>Experience in urban setting strongly preferred</li>
</ul>
Licensure and Certification(s):
<ul>
<li>Valid Ohio Special Education license or in the process of obtaining a valid Ohio Special Education license</li>
</ul>
Technical Skills and Knowledge:
<ul>
<li>Passionate about urban education and working in communities that have historically been underserved and under-resourced</li>
<li>Experience providing targeted and individualized instruction to students with special needs</li>
<li>Exceptional level of patience and focus to overcome challenges, and achieve results</li>
<li>Exceptional communication skills: you shine in front of the classroom and through written and verbal communication</li>
<li>Detail-oriented, and highly organized</li>
<li>Committed to thoughtfully engaging in identity work necessary to take a culturally responsive approach to pedagogy and relationship-building with students and colleagues</li>
<li>Uses data to drive instruction</li>
<li>Receptive to feedback and desire to grow professionally</li>
<li>Has the work ethic and desire to go above and beyond</li>
</ul>
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Performs work in an office setting with moderate levels of noise, sitting for long periods of time, repetitive motion using computers and phones, with exposure to fluorescent lighting
 DISCLAIMER: The information outlined in this job posting indicates the general nature and type of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities or competencies required of employees within this classification.
Focused Staffing Group provides an equal opportunity and will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Intervention Specialist - SPED Teacher (URGENT HIRING)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCurriculum CoordinatorGalesburg, ILClassroom Instruction – Curriculum Coordinator /Full-Time /On-siteApply for this jobAs a Curriculum Coordinator with us, you will be responsible for academic programming and oversight of special education compliance.Responsibilities
<ul>
<ul>
<li>Provide guidance and support to teaching staff, assistants and aides on the instruction of students with disabilities in academic subjects.</li>
<li>Develop and implement technology-based learning</li>
<li>Collaborate with teaching staff on the development and update of IEP goals and progress for students on assigned caseload. </li>
<li>Monitor credits and courses required for graduation for students; Support teaching staff in preparing assignments, grading assignments, and preparing reports.</li>
<li>In collaboration with administration, maintain all student transcripts, graduation analysis documents and progress reports.</li>
<li>Coordinate and communicate with other staff members in order to ensure consistent application of the academic and therapeutic program.</li>
</ul>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<ul>
<li>Current PEL (Professional Educator License) with LBS1 Endorsement</li>
<li>Curriculum &amp; Instruction Endorsement on the PEL, preferred but not required</li>
<li>Extensive knowledge of IEP Writing and Process</li>
<li>Knowledge of Think Cerca, Myon, and/or MobyMax is ideal</li>
<li>Ability to coach and lead educational staff</li>
<li>A strong background in Special Education including but not limited to cognitive &amp; LD, Autism, BD, ED and OHI</li>
<li>Experience in PBIS and trauma-informed programming is a plus</li>
<li>Excellent organization, time management, and follow-up skills</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively</li>
<li>Exceptional problem-solving, critical thinking, and strategic planning skills</li>
<li>Ability to multitask</li>
</ul>
</ul>

Curriculum Coordinator - SPED (Galesburg, IL)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionAs a General/Special Education Teacher, you will have the freedom and ability to educate a small classroom of students in a self-contained setting. Our social-emotional learning environments offer engaged and inquiry-based academics combined with a P.B.I.S. structure.10 Month School Calendar
<ul>
<li>Hiring for All Grade Levels K-21, Small Self-Contained Rooms (10 students max)</li>
<li>Hours: 8 a.m. to 3:30 .m. M-F, following a school calendar</li>
</ul>
Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Teach all subjects in both remote (e-learning) and in-person classroom settings</li>
<li>Provide a differentiated learning environment</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with staff, including curriculum and clinical staff to yield positive results for the students</li>
<li>Gain support on-campus from other teachers, administrators, curriculum staff, clinical staff, and various support staff that are Menta employees Have the freedom and ability to personalize learning</li>
<li>Provide a social-emotional learning environment</li>
<li>Have a classroom size of around 10 students with paraprofessional support in the classroom</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li>IL PEL (Professional Educator's License; out-of-state applicants will need to apply for IL certification) with LBS1 Certification or Other Teacher Certification (Non-Substitute) with willingness to obtain LBS1</li>
<li>Must be flexible in the ability to teach multiple grade levels as student populations change</li>
<li>Ability to teach a classroom of students within all basic instructional areas</li>
<li>Ability to work with youth with emotional/behavioral/academic difficulties</li>
<li>Ability to be flexible, work in teams and creatively problem solve</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively</li>
</ul>

General/Special Education Teacher (Centralia, IL)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionJOB PURPOSE:Create and implement a flexible program and classroom environment favorable to student learning and personal growth. Develops lesson plans consistent with established guidelines. Establish effective rapport with students, staff members, and parents. Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge to provide an effective educational foundation, in accordance with each student’s ability. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Instruction/Education Responsibilities 
<ul>
<li>Plans and implements a program of instruction that adheres to the company’s philosophy, goals and objectives as outlined in the adopted courses of study.</li>
<li>Makes purposeful and appropriate lesson plans which provide for effective teaching strategies and maximizes time on task.</li>
<li>Presents subject matter to students to maximize learning opportunity and provides real-world, application based examples and learning opportunities.</li>
<li>Reviews student records in order to develop a foundation of understanding regarding each student’s abilities and needs. Maintain accurate and complete student records.</li>
<li>Strives to maximize the educational achievement of each student.</li>
<li>Utilizes a variety/range of student learning modalities in each lesson and uses differentiated instruction within those lessons.</li>
<li>Utilizes diagnostic assessment of student learning on a frequent basis.</li>
<li>Maintains accurate and completes student records.</li>
<li>Assesses student strengths and weaknesses on a frequent basis, provides appropriate activities to address student needs and generates progress reports as required.</li>
<li>Refers students with suspected learning problems to appropriate support personnel.</li>
<li>Assigns lessons, corrects student work product and reviews oral presentations.</li>
<li>Coordinates class field trips (as required).</li>
<li>Prepares students for state required achievement assessments.</li>
<li>Keeps current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory and is willing to share this knowledge for the continual improvement of the school's curriculum.</li>
<li>Assists in the on-going curriculum revision process, including the revision of written courses of study.</li>
<li>Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.</li>
<li>Becomes acquainted with supplemental services beneficial to students as an extension of regular classroom activities.</li>
</ul>
Provide a Classroom Environment Conducive to Learning
<ul>
<li>Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.</li>
<li>Maintains positive rapport with students; demonstrates patience and appropriate nurturing to assist in the growth of the child.</li>
<li>Ensures classroom is clean, safe and includes student generated work on display as appropriate.</li>
<li>Implements all relevant policies governing student conduct.</li>
<li>Develops reasonable rules of classroom/playground behavior in accordance with CSUSA policy and guidelines, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and consistent manner. </li>
</ul>
Instructional Planning 
<ul>
<li>Develops lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals.</li>
<li>Plans individual and / group learning activities designed to meet instructional objective and students needs.</li>
<li>Prepares for classes assigned and shows evidence of preparation upon request of supervisory personnel.</li>
<li>Participates with other staff members in curriculum planning during designated meetings.</li>
<li>Incorporates into planning all diagnostic information as required in the student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP).</li>
<li>Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect supplies, equipment, materials and facilities needed to implement effectively the planned instructional program.</li>
</ul>
School/Community Relations
<ul>
<li>Strives to establish cooperative relations and makes reasonable effort to communicate with parents/guardians when appropriate.</li>
<li>Communicates clearly, consistently and positively with parents via all appropriate mediums.</li>
<li>Cooperates with members of the administration, other staff and with CSUSA.</li>
<li>Maintains confidentiality regarding student records.</li>
<li>Participates in parent communication activities.</li>
<li>Participates in extracurricular activities to ensure a positive school culture and provide support for students and staff (as required).</li>
</ul>
**MAY PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED** 
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required personnel so classified. 
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
<ol>
<li>Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company; support the company’s values in the strategic areas of academic excellence, operational performance, superior culture, and financial health and growth, as outlined in the Employee Handbook.</li>
<li>Possesses strong time management &amp; organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively.</li>
<li>Has the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff. Is sensitive to sensitive to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and the public image, as unique situations present themselves.</li>
<li>Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and displays such between all stakeholders: being courteous, professional, and helpful.</li>
<li>Possesses excellent communication skills: Oral (including presentations), Written, Interpersonal (active listening), Negotiating and Influencing.</li>
<li>Has the ability to be at work consistently, to be on time, to follow instructions, to respond to management direction and to solicit feedback to improve performance.</li>
<li>Demonstrates proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS) and email communications.</li>
<li>Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.</li>
<li>Strives to implement best practices and positive character education consistently.</li>
</ol>
WORK ENVIRONMENTWhile performing the responsibilities of this position, the work environment characteristics listed below are representative of the environment the employee will encounter:
<ul>
<li> Usual school working conditions.</li>
<li>May be noisy during high student traffic.</li>
</ul>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
<ul>
<li>No physical exertion required.</li>
<li>Travel within or outside of employment.</li>
<li>Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.</li>
</ul>
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with CSUSA salary and benefit policy. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by Charter Schools USA.
FLSA OVERTIME CATEGORY
Job is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
EVALUATION
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Charter Schools USA’s policy.
DECLARATION
The Charter Schools USA Human Resources Department retains the sole right and discretion to make changes to this job description. Any employee making changes unauthorized by Human Resources Department will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree (BA) from an accredited college or university or equivalent.</li>
<li>Possession of valid teaching certificati</li>
</ul>

MS Technology Teacher

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Who We Are
Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is one of the largest and highest ­performing education management companies in the United States, proudly serving over 82,000 students in over 150 schools in four states. Founded by Jonathan Hage in 1997, CSUSA's mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. CSUSA provides an academically rigorous education to students equipping them with real world readiness, prepared for college or career after graduation. With an unwavering dedication to the success of students from every background, CSUSA is closing the gaps in achievement and opportunity, keeping our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™.
Job Purpose
To join a team of people with the mission: Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life ™. If you love inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. We deliver on our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™ through an education model that gives every student the opportunity for success. As an ESE Teacher, you will work in partnership with parents, students, and regular education teachers in accordance with the school's mission and vision in order to promote student achievement. The following responsibilities and duties are the means to achieve that end while maintaining compliance with Federal and State Regulations.
How You Will Impact Education
Instruction/Education Responsibilities 
<ul>
<li> Prepares for and conducts Parent and student conferencing according to school policy.</li>
<li> Delivers student instruction in modalities instituted by the school and assigned program (may include but are not limited to: Individual or Group Direct Synchronous Instruction, Learning Support, Life Skills Support, Itinerant Support, Resource Room Support, co-teaching, writing lesson plans, telephone conferencing and instruction, Parent Learning Opportunities).</li>
<li> Collects data and appropriate work samples.</li>
<li> Plans and conducts appointments with parents as needed.</li>
<li> Assists regular education teachers with specially designed instruction when necessary.</li>
<li> Participates at monthly outings encouraged.</li>
<li> Provides support for ESE student achievement in the general class through training teachers and assisting with the implementation of school inclusion plans.</li>
<li> Arranges for and assists with training for inclusionary practices.</li>
<li> Acts as an informational liaison for inclusion as appropriate.</li>
<li> Assists with planning for classroom and testing accommodations for students with disabilities.</li>
<li> Models' strategies for inclusionary practices as appropriate.</li>
<li> Provides assistance with developing and adapting curriculum materials and educational practices to meet the needs of students and teachers.</li>
</ul>
Monitoring and Compliance
<ul>
<li> Collaborates with regular education teachers to monitor student progress and compliance (including student compliance issues, withdrawals, etc.).</li>
<li> Proctors standardized tests.</li>
<li> Completes student progress reports four times a year (quarterly).</li>
</ul>
Special Education Responsibilities
<ul>
<li> Maintains IEPs, Quarterly Reports, Progress Monitoring for caseload.</li>
<li> Develops and Implements IEPs with measurable goals using Progress Monitoring.</li>
<li> Collects and Reports Progress Monitoring Data for all student goals.</li>
<li> Conduct IEP meetings within timelines.</li>
<li> Makes data-driven instructional decisions to improve student outcomes.</li>
<li> Completes Quarterly Progress Reports.</li>
<li> Maintains accurate and compliant special education data (class lists with contact info, related services info, IEP due dates, etc.).</li>
<li> Completes reevaluations in accordance with Regulations and best practices.</li>
<li> Completes all special education paperwork accurately, according to regulations, and on time.</li>
<li> Develops and monitors appropriate transition plans for students of transition age.</li>
<li> Maintains communication with Related Service Providers and Case Managers to ensure compliance with the provision of services, evaluations, and quarterly progress reports.</li>
<li> Administers diagnostic assessments as needed.</li>
<li> Obtains and maintains compliant special education student files.</li>
<li> Participates in State specific training.</li>
<li> Attends Professional Development as designated on the school calendar (travel may be required).</li>
</ul>
Communication
<ul>
<li> Communicates with Regular Education Teachers and Administrators when necessary.</li>
<li> Participates in weekly team meetings.</li>
<li> Acknowledge e-mails and voice mails within 24 hours (excluding weekends, holidays, etc.).</li>
</ul>
Required Qualifications and Skills
<ul>
<li> Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company; support the company's values in the strategic areas of academic excellence, operational performance, superior culture, and financial health and growth, as outlined in the Employee Handbook.</li>
<li> Possesses strong time management &amp; organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively. </li>
<li> Has the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff. Is sensitive to sensitive to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and the public image, as unique situations present themselves.</li>
<li> Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and displays such between all stakeholders: being courteous, professional, and helpful.</li>
<li> Possesses excellent communication skills: Oral (including presentations), Written, Interpersonal (active listening), Negotiating and Influencing.</li>
<li> Has the ability to be at work consistently, to be on time, to follow instructions, to respond to management direction and to solicit feedback to improve performance.</li>
<li> Demonstrates proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS) and email communications.</li>
<li> Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. </li>
<li> Strives to implement best practices and positive character education consistently.</li>
</ul>
Job Requirements
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree (BA) from an accredited college or university or equivalent.</li>
<li>State Certified in Special Education as well as Highly Qualified (HQ) status in the subject areas and grades assigned.</li>
<li>Certified in at least two areas of Exceptional Education, preferred.</li>
<li>Successful results of criminal and employment background checks.</li>
<li>Command of grades/subject-specific content and theoretical knowledge of learning theory, including motivation, reinforcement, evaluation and feedback techniques.</li>
<li>Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience.</li>
<li>Effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills.</li>
<li>Adherence to the requirements of the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession.</li>
<li>Such alternatives to the above requirements as CSUSA may find appropriate and acceptable.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li> May perform other duties assigned. </li>
</ul>
Work Environment 
While performing the responsibilities of this position, the work environment characteristics listed below are representative of the environment the employee will encounter:
<ul>
<li> Usual schools working conditions.</li>
<li> May be noisy during high student traffic</li>
</ul>
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
<ul>
<li> No physical exertion required.</li>
<li> Somewhat stressful due to frequent student activity.</li>
<li> Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects. </li>
</ul>
FLSA Overtime Category
Job is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

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