Special Education Teacher

Overview

Teacher
At Kids Peace, the Teacher will provide education for Kids Peace students in a highly structured and safe environment. Also, where applicable, provide supervision of the classroom teacher aide.

• Assess each child’s social, educational and emotional needs and intervene therapeutically to promote learning and positive peer and adult interactions.
• Complete lesson plans, due process, report cards, transcripts, behavior scales, and treatment documentation on established schedules.
• Plan and carry out weekly lesson plans. Include activities that introduce, reinforce, review and enrich skills.
• Participate in a team approach, including other teachers, parents, social workers, and psychiatrists in order to review progress, develop and implement appropriate treatment plans.
• Supervise classroom management and primary crisis intervention utilizing positive behavior management strategies.
• Administer, score, and evaluate standardized tests for each child on an established schedule.
• Where applicable, instruct classroom aide in all necessary job responsibilities and assist in writing their annual evaluation.
• All other duties as assigned by management.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education, Math, Reading or appropriate discipline required.
• PA Teaching Certificate preferred. This can be acquired while employed in the Kids Peace Education Program for those interested in changing careers.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Experience with acute emotionally challenged children or adolescents preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, CPR/First Aid

Salary: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 annually

Kids Peace is proud to be an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.