RCM Health Care Services

Special Education Teacher, Pre-Kindergarten-12th Grade
Full-time
In-Person

Job Description

The Special Education Teacher will collaborate with principals, general education classroom teachers, related service staff, school psychologists, parents, paraprofessionals, and district personnel to facilitate the development of a comprehensive individualized education program that will support students in the least restrictive environment.

Qualifications

• State Special Education Teacher Certification with appropriate endorsement.
• Cross-Categorical Special Education (PreKindergarten-12th grade) Certification
• Bachelor's degree and/or Masters' Degree in Special Education (preferred).
• A minimum of 1 year experience in a school environment.
• Good knowledge of the nature and effects of the impairment(s) or disability(ies) of the students to whom assigned.
• Good knowledge of the procedures, practices, materials and equipment required to provide appropriate learning and behavioral experiences for students to whom assigned.
• Ability to assess needs, develop and implement the IEP, and evaluate outcomes in specialty.
• Ability to coordinate activities with related and specialist staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, parents, and the community; excellent human relations skills; skill in both oral and written communication; ability to develop and maintain required records and reports.
• Special Education Teachers with BCBA License are eligible for premium pay for this position!!

Essential Job Functions

• Provide direct instruction based on the child's IEP, and the state standards.
• Conduct appropriate academic evaluations; develop, implement and monitor appropriate academic/behavioral individualized education plans (IEP's).
• Work with a diverse group of students, parents and staff in order to meet the needs of students.
• Confer and consult with regular classroom teachers and related service staff regarding student needs and progress.
• Maintain accurate records for documentation of student progress.
• Plan, conduct and/or participate in training activities and department meetings.
• Maintain on-going communication (verbal and written) with parents of special education students.
• Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student's progress and interpret the school program.
• Create an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and interest centers.
• Consult with staff members regarding interventions and accommodations for students.
• Direct activities of instructional assistants.
• Provide performance evaluation input regarding special education instructional assistant(s) to school administrator.
• Attend all necessary training and department meetings.
• Perform other related tasks as may be assigned by the building principal and Director of Student Services.
• Set high expectations for self and others; set and monitor progress towards goals.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive wages, based on education and experience
• Pay range: $45-$55/hr. based on experience
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• 401K

About RCM Health Care Services

Since 1975, RCM Health Care Services has specialized in providing school districts with equal access to Special Education services such as Speech-Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, ABA Therapy, Behavioral and Mental Health services, Special Education Teachers, Paraprofessionals as well as Nursing services to many of the nation's top 100 school districts.

Through years of experience of focusing on an educationally based approach, RCM Health Care Services understands exactly what school districts and providers need to meet student IEP goals. We proudly hold the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval as well.

As a $200 million publicly traded company, we have the reliability, integrity and resources to meet the needs of students, staff and school districts nation-wide.

RCM Health Care Services believe all students deserve the best education in order to be successful in the academic environment, home environment and community. Our number one priority is student success. Therefore, it is important we hire exceptional Special Education staff that have the same mission and values as RCM Health Care Services. Students' first.

At RCM Health Care Services, you are a valuable team member. We believe you are important and we highly respect the knowledge and skills you have in order to help students' be successful. If you have a passion for students, student learning and the education field, we encourage you to apply to RCM Health Care Services. We believe you will make a big difference in the lives of children and adolescents. Please join us!