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Achievement and Behavior Support Specialist at Aspire Charter Academy
Job Description
School Information:
Located in Gary, IN, Aspire Academy opened in 2008 and serves 650+ K-8 students every year. At Aspire, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Aspire Academy click here .Why Choose Aspire Academy:
Starting pay above traditional public schools' market scales. Competitive benefits at affordable rates. Demonstrates consistent outperformance against local districts on state tests. Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources. Personalized development and coaching opportunities. High level of support for all staff by an experienced leadership team. Emphasis on maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment.Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop individualized behavior and academic plans for identified students. Collaborate with classroom teachers and reading specialists to create and execute intervention plans. Implement the responsible thinking process to encourage students to proactively make college-bound choices - daily encouragers, community builders, and progress monitors.Qualifications:
High school diploma required with 2 years of experience working with children with behavior or an Associate Degree. Leadership and school culture development skills. Experience managing student behavior and assisting educators with behavior management, preferred.IN ONLY:
Any teaching License, an Associate Degree of 48 credit or more, OR Passing ETS Para Praxis exam (Reading 176, Writing 172, Math 175). Leadership and school culture development skills. Experience managing student behavior and assisting educators with behavior management, preferred. Please click here to find out more about our core values. National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.Career Insights for Special Education Teacher
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What they do
A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$64,133 / year median in Indiana
+5% projected growth