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San Diego Center for Children

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

San Diego Center for Children, San Diego, California, United States, 92189


Job Details

Job Location : Main Campus - San Diego, CA

Position Type : Full Time

Education Level : 4 Year Degree

Salary Range : $66,560.00 - $67,000.00 Salary/year

Travel Percentage : None

Job Shift : Day

Job Category : Education

DescriptionSUMMARYResponsible for educational, physical and emotional development of students attending SDCC Academy and perform in a manner consistent with achieving overall organizational objectives. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 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.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPlan and develop course of study according to curriculum guidelines of school district and state requirements. Actual curriculum must address the individual needs of students.Review psychological reports and IEPs (Individual Education Plan) on assigned students.Write, present and implement students’ IEPs (Individual Education Plan).With students 16 years of age and over, write, present and implement student's ITPs (Individual Transition Plans).Develop and present specific lesson plans, using a variety of techniques, including, but not limited to, lectures, projects, exhibits, field trips, audiovisual and library resources, computers, and the internet.Conduct standardized tests in accordance with district policies and state law.Maintain order and safety in classroom using practices established by SDCC Academy.Counsel students when academic difficulties or behavioral problems arise.Keep records of academic performance, attendance, and social development.Report on all aspects of student development for school records and parents; conducts parent-teacher conferences as scheduled and as needed.Participate in faculty meetings, educational conferences, professional training seminars, and workshops.Collaborate with DIS - speech and language, occupational therapy, and counseling on a weekly basis.Collaborate with DIS - speech and language, occupational therapy, and counseling when developing an annual IEP and prior to reporting periods.Keep clear and concise documentation of children’s progress through completion of progress notes and incident reports.Participate in annual training of physical restraints of students and use only when student is presenting a physical threat to himself or others.Report any physical restraint through a written form and orally to administration as soon as possible.Create a positive physical and emotional environment.Act as case manager for each student in your classroom.Perform other duties as assigned.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No direct supervisory responsibilities. However, the Teacher indirectly supervises Instructional Assistants assigned to the classroom.DIVERSITY STATEMENT

The San Diego Center for Children is committed to:Actively recruiting, retaining, and supporting diverse staff at all levels of the organizationEnsuring that diverse perspectives are included in the development and implementation of policies, practices and services and that individuals feel empowered to advance our mission within an atmosphere of trust, safety, and respectEncourage and provide access to professional development in order to deliver equitable and culturally informed services to the population we serve.QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSValid Driver’s License (DL)Mild/Moderate Teaching CredentialBachelor’s Degree from an accredited universityMust be eligible for intern status in a mild/moderate or moderate/severe California credential in Special Education program.Experience and/or knowledge of students with special needs and multi-cultural awarenessPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Credentials are highly preferred (Mild/Moderate)Annual certification of SPA (Safe & Positive Approaches)Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR)Standard First AidTOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE

:Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision)Retirement savings plan: 403(b) - with employer match up to 3%Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)Flexible work schedulesWellness programsEAP - Employee Assistance ProgramProfessional Development and training opportunitiesTuition reimbursement or assistance for continuing educationEmployee discountsEmployee recognition programOpportunities for career advancement

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