SPECIAL EDUCATOR - ISN22/23 SCHOOL YEAR. 3223726

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Champlain Elementary School, in the Burlington School District seeks a long term substitute special educator. 

Burlington is a vibrant, picturesque community on Lake Champlain and the most culturally diverse city in Vermont.  Burlington has an international airport, and is in close proximity to a number of large cities, including Montreal (90 minutes away by car), Boston (45 minutes by air), and New York City (one hour by air).  With our excellent schools system, parks and Lake Champlain, and local ski mountains within an hour’s drive, it is not surprising that Burlington routinely finds itself on the “best places in the country to raise children” lists.

is seeking a passionate and energetic Intensive Needs Special Educator to join a school committed to high levels of achievement of all students.  This position requires working with a caseload of 5-10 intensive needs special education students from diverse backgrounds.  Applicants must be dedicated to the belief and desire for the inclusion of all students, and eager to be a member of a high energy, fast-paced dedicated special education team as well as individual student teams in support of student success for all.

Job Requirements:

Licensed or eligible for Vermont Educators License.

Endorsement in special education or eligible for Vermont Provisional License.

Documented or eligible for NCLB Highly Qualified Teacher status as applicable

Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Required Qualifications:

Experience in closely working with and case-managing 5-10 intensive special needs students in one-on-one and small group settings, including managing their special health needs and teaching social skills, independent living skills, community work skills, recreation skills.

Experience training and supervising para-educators providing support services to intensive needs students

Experience in communicating and maintaining positive relationships with parents and guardians of students with intensive needs

Experience in planning, leading, and managing large and potentially complex IEP meetings with students, parents, teachers, outside agencies, community mentors, and other support people

Experience in connecting with outside agencies to develop post-secondary plans and to identify work and training opportunities for intensive needs students

Demonstrated skills in effective consultation with teacher colleagues and other school and community agencies to support student success in the classroom

Demonstrated ability to complete required IEP and other required documents in a timely and efficient way

Understanding of Cultural Competency (as explained through Essay 1 on SchoolSpring).

Knowledge of best practices in engaging and motivating students and managing student behaviors.

Preferred Attributes

Experience working with and/or teaching individuals with Special Needs

Participation in professional learning community groups including working collaboratively with colleagues to plan units of study, review student data and progress, and adjust instruction.

A commitment to student-centered learning approaches including personalizing instruction and supporting students meeting core proficiencies

Training and experience with English Language Learners and students with disabilities.

SALARY:

As per the Master Agreement between the Burlington Board of School Commissioners and the Burlington Education Association.

Position Type:

Full-time

Positions Available:

1

Equal Opportunity Employer

Burlington School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

Job Requirements

No experience required

Contact Information

Denise Bailey

150 Colchester Ave

Burlington, Vermont 05401

Phone:

802-595-0018

Email:

dbailey@bsdvt.org

Learn more online at http://www.SchoolSpring.com/job?4190931

Company info

Burlington School District
Denise Bailey
Phone : 802-595-0018