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.
$56,000•$65,000 annually based on education & experience
Location:
Amherst, NY Schedule:
Monday•Friday, 8:00 AM•3:30 PM, 37.5 hrs./week The Summit Center is Western New York's leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team. Why Work With Us? Fully paid school breaks (up to 8 weeks per year!) Up to 12 days of paid time off 14-16 paid holidays annually Potential for annual raises and profit sharing Health, dental, and vision insurance/Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year) 401K with up to 4% employer match Life and long-term disability insurance Your Impact as a Creative Arts Teacher Provide quality creative arts education to students with autism and developmental disabilities Teach students to use a variety of media types in order to promote communication and self-expression Utilize a creative and dynamic approach to providing creative arts in group and individual settings Provide exposure to a variety of art and music activities for the purpose of building lifelong leisure skills Create opportunities to experience art and music in a community setting, and work with local artists and musicians to provide "in house" art and music experiences Collaborate with teachers, supervisors, and the transition team to address individual student goals during art instruction Promote the development of life skills during instruction (obtaining materials, cleaning up materials, etc.) Demonstrate Summit's values of respect, collaboration, accountability, integrity, adaptability and optimism EDUCATION and/or
EXPERIENCE
Bachelors or Masters Degree in Art or Special Education Two years experience with special education
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Etc.: New York State Certification as an Art Education Teacher or Special Education Teacher preferred but not required At The Summit Center, you'll be part of a compassionate, highly trained team committed to empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Let your next job be the one that truly makes a difference. to become a #DifferenceMaker! Education Required Bachelor of Science or better in Art Education or related field Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
