Special Education Teacher - The Pines

Salary :

$77,000 - 105,000 yearly

Company : Shrub Oak International School

Job Type : Full Time

Mohegan Lake, Ny

Number of Applicants

000+

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Job Description - Special Education Teacher - The Pines

Job Title: Special Education Teacher
Reports to: Director of Education
Department: The Pines
Compensation: $77,000 - $105,000 per year

Shrub Oak International School (www.shruboak.org) is a therapeutic day and residential school for autistic children, adolescents, and young adults with complex co-occurring conditions. Located in northern Westchester County, Shrub Oak offers unparalleled educational opportunities for autistic students in a family-centric, supportive environment. We offer a variety of programs to meet the needs of students across the spectrum, and our curriculum is based on the most advanced and successful evidence-based clinical and academic approaches in ASD education.
The Pines at Shrub Oak is 24-bed, coeducational, interim placement for students on the autism spectrum who may need significant psychiatric support and stabilization before transitioning to a less restrictive environment. Student at the Pines receive psychiatric services in addition to the academic and life skills instruction in a safe, supportive environment with a 2:1 student to staff ratio. 

Essential Functions:
The Special Education Teacher provides instructional leadership in academic content, life skills, vocational skills, based on IEP goals and/or diploma or district requirements. In addition, the Special Education Teacher will have a strong partnership with the clinical staff to provide an individualized, evidence-based educational program considering each student's interests, strengths and needs. The Special Education Teacher will also provide task oversight to classroom staff and provide training and mentoring on instructional practices in the classroom. Daily instruction by the Special Education Teacher will occur within the school building, on the school grounds and in the community. The Special Education Teacher will communicate closely with all levels of staff within The Pines to develop a unique enhanced educational experience. Each student's educational program will be designed to enrich their academic activities of daily life and vocational development using hands-on, student driven activities that are goal-oriented and self-directed. The Special Education Teacher also assists with other programs, events, and services and can be involved in a wide range of educational responsibilities. Having access to confidential information regarding The Pines at Shrub Oak and its students, discretion and independent judgement is required.

Perform daily instructional duties and prepare and deliver academic content that promote student access to academic content, life skills, vocational skills, etc.

Conduct educational assessments, interprets results, and makes recommendations to inform instruction; select appropriate instructional materials and equipment and identify alternatives, as necessary

Lead development of curriculum and adapt/modify the curriculum, instruction and assessment to meet the individualized strengths and needs of each student

Design task-analysis and integrate evidence-based instructional practices

Model effective instructional best practices that closely align with the mission, vision, goals, strategic plan and learning outcomes

Provide task oversight and guidance of classroom staff in providing high quality, individualized, appropriate instruction

Assist students with self-care needs and with behavior management, as needed

Participate as an integral member and possible leader in the Individualized Educational Program (IEP) Process and intervention process

Collect and analyze data pertinent to skills and progress in all academic, social, and emotional areas

Maintain records, files, and documentation

Remain current with national and state laws, regulations, guidelines, and instructional practices for special education

Utilize technology for information, resources, organization, data collection, and reporting

Maintain personal professional growth in academic areas and special education

Show sensitivity and responsiveness to the diverse needs of students, families, faculty, and staff, with a high degree of cultural competency and collegiality

Please note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Requirements:
Experience & Education:

Master’s degree in special education or related degree required; credentials in middle or adolescent special education preferred

Valid NYS Special Education Teaching Certificate (or equivalent) required

Experience with technology applications as they relate to instructional resources and strategies required
Knowledge of federal law (IDEA), state law, and national standards related to special education preferred
Knowledge of best practices in special education preferred
Knowledge of educational and vocational assessment tools preferred
Knowledge of data collection and analysis preferred
Expertise in specific academic content area preferred
Experience with middle and high school students with Autism and related disorders preferred

Skills & Abilities:

Exceptional written communication skills, specifically involving documentation, progress notes, incident reports, and other related administrative tasks\
Exceptional verbal communication skills
Skilled in managing challenging behaviors and executing de-escalation techniques
Ability and willingness to learn new skills
Ability to display grit and resilience and maintain composure
Strong ability to build relationships with students and peers
Strong ability to process and retain information and to think critically and analytically during crisis
Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
Demonstrated ability to succeed in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment
Ability to handle highly challenging behaviors, including those aggressive in nature
Ability to get TCIS trained and complete/maintain all required trainings

Benefits:
Available for full-time employees. An overview of our benefits:

Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Paid time off (PTO)
401k w/ company match
Tuition/Professional development assistance
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Employee discounts

Physical Requirements/Demands:
A workday regularly includes multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines and time pressures; work regularly requires sustained concentration. Standing for sustained periods of time, bending, stretching, walking up and down stairs (building has 6 floors), around a hilly campus as needed, may also require walking between floors or between buildings at a moment’s notice. May need to lift/move boxes up to 25 pounds and move or rearrange furniture.

Work Environment:
We are a boarding school located on a 127-acre campus. The work environment will include both indoor and outdoor spaces, mostly inside the classroom or educational environment. May include work within the residential setting. The building has 6 floors accessible by staircases and elevators.

EEO Statement:
Shrub Oak is an equal employment opportunity employer. Shrub Oak International School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for a job or to perform the essentials functions of their job. Please advise us if you require a reasonable accommodation.

Please note:
SOIS maintains a smoke-free environment to ensure the health and safety of our students, employees, and community. Smoking or vaping of any kind is strictly prohibited indoors, outdoors, and during off-campus activities, with enforcement measures in place including smoke/vape detectors. Non-compliance will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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