Special Education Teacher Amergis Healthcare Staffing - 3.5 Rochester, NY Job Details $1,575 a week 2 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Experience working with individuals with disabilities Teaching Certification English Special Education Certification Full Job Description The Special Education Teacher, under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator provides quality services to special education students, kindergarten through grade 12. The Special Education Teacher has a commitment to team participation in planning and implementation of student programs including special instruction, tutorial assistance and consultation with general education staff.

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Students with Disabilities (Birth-Grade 2) Students with Disabilities (Grades 1-6) Students with Disabilities (Grades 5-9) Students with Disabilities (Grades 7-12) Duties and Responsibilities Integrate therapeutic and educational needs into a classroom program Utilize appropriate educational techniques and methods suited to each student's individual needs Select, develop and implement appropriate materials and equipment Develop a positive educational environment including appropriate behavior management strategies Record, report and interpret the behavior and progress of students, making necessary program modifications as needed Work and communicate effectively with parents Create and maintain a positive and safe environment consisting of the health, medical and safety concerns of the students Maintain supervisory responsibilities of classroom staff including Teacher Assistants, Classroom Aides, volunteers and other non-professional personnel Directly supervise 4-5 employees including training, assigning and directing work, rewarding and disciplining, addressing complaints, etc.. Carry out all educational and therapeutic programs including lifting, moving and positioning Participate in various teacher-related meetings and in-service sessions as necessary All other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree and 6 months - 1 year related experience and training or equivalent combination of education and experience NYS Education Department certificate to teach children with special needs Ability to read, write, speak and understand English including interpreting documents such as safety rules, policy and procedure manuals and governmental regulations Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. #LI-JD5