Classroom Instructor 26-27

Welcome to Education Alternatives! Painesville Education Alternatives (EA) is looking for a passionate and dedicated Teacher to join its Painesville education team. EA is a leading provider of special education services in Northeast Ohio. EA focuses on providing behavioral and education programming for students with special learning and emotional needs. EA has 8 locations serving over 400 special education students. The instructor provides special education for students in the classroom to fulfill their academic, emotional, and social growth. Instruction is based on the core curriculum standards for the State of Ohio and curriculum is designed to meet the unique needs of each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP). Job Responsibilities Establish and maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and child development Create and adapt the curriculum as mandated by the student's IEP, individual student academic level, and graduation requirements Develop lesson plans that employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student Design, implement, and track progress of interventions for academic and behavioral goals Maintain accurate classroom records, including grades, attendance, and behavioral records In conjunction with the Academic Coordinator, assist in developing appropriate student IEPs with measurable and obtainable goals based on data provided through the Multi-Factored Evaluation (MFE) and/or Evaluation Team Report (ETR) Assess student progress through tests, projects, observations, and/or portfolios Integrate Attachment & Attunement theory and methods into the program Advocate for clients and coordinate required services or resolve emergency problems in crisis situations Reward and encourage clients in accordance with the agency's policy of Unconditional Positive Regard Complete incident reporting in a timely manner and according to agency policy Initiate and facilitate communication with parents, team members and outside agencies where appropriate, in a professional manner Maintain confidentiality of all client information and records Organize and lead structured program of group interactions Comply with all Agency policies and procedures, including CARF Other duties as assigned Qualifications An individual in this position must be able to complete the above responsibilities on a daily basis. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree; Degree in Education preferred Must hold a Sub License Knowledge of teaching methods, curriculum, testing, and IEPs Knowledge of State of Ohio standards that are applicable to special education Ability to work successfully in a team environment High-quality written and verbal skills Job Schedule and Working Conditions The job follows a standard school schedule for a total of 187 workdays in a year The standard workday is from 8:00 to 3:30 Ability to perform physical restraints according to the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) techniques is required

Benefits:

Competitive wages Health, vision, dental, and life insurance Retirement package with company matching Monday through Friday, work schedule Pay Scale At Education Alternatives, Instructor compensation is based on years of relevant experience and educational credentials. Placement on the salary scale considers prior teaching or related service experience, degree level (Bachelor's, Master's, or advanced coursework), and appropriate Ohio licensure. Additional certifications or specialized qualifications may also influence starting salary and overall compensation. Apply today!

Job Type:

Full-time Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $47.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person