The mission of the Diener School is to teach through experience, stimulate academically, prepare socially and create a successful educational journey that motivates minds and inspires capabilities for a lifetime.
We are currently seeking a Special Education Lead Teacher for a class serving fourth & fifth graders, for the 2023-2024 school year.
Our students have a wide range of abilities. Many of them have several challenges that impact learning including:
- Learning Disabilities
- ADD or ADHD
- Language Delays (expressive, receptive and processing)
- Sensory Processing Disorders
- Executive Functioning Challenges
- Social Pragmatic and Social Communication Disorders
Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or Education. Master's degree is preferred. Job responsibilities include:
- Collaborate with teaching partner in the areas of classroom design, classroom management
- Responsible for multi-sensory lesson planning and implementation, report writing, and data gathering
- Communication and collaboration with administration, staff, therapists and families
- Demonstrate professional flexibility, a growth mindset, optimism, and a sense of humor
- Demonstrate initiative, confidence, and joy in aspects of work and in front of teaching partner, other colleagues, parents, and students
- Demonstrate an ability and willingness to collaborate with teaching partner
- Implementing behavioral programs and sensory diets
- Frequently discuss and reflect on teaching partnership as it relates to professional work and professional growth
- Demonstrate a commitment to team work
- Communicate effectively and efficiently with teaching partner on all aspects of the position, including student progress and information
* Up to Date COVID 19 Vaccination Required (Medical or Religious Exemptions Accepted)
Salary based on experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Grade school specialties:
Physical setting:
- Private school
- Special education school
Schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- Special Education: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person