Position Overview & Specifications
We at Summa Academy are searching for dedicated SPED Teachers to help us build our premier Non-Public School in Pleasanton, CA and Summa classrooms in the Tri-Valley and Concord areas. If you are an experienced Mod/Severe teacher who is looking for an amazing opportunity, this is for you. Our NPS teachers have caseloads of up to 8 students with at least 2 RBTs and a full time BCBA on site. We are also hiring teachers to lead district classrooms where Summa Academy will be providing the support staff and training to ensure that we are delivering the best quality educational and behavioral program to the district's highest need students. This is a great opportunity for teachers that are interested in arning more about weaving ABA into their classroom or pursuing their BCBA. We are truly dedicated to building a top-notch team.
General:
- Embody Summa Academy’s core values
- Actively support the organization’s mission, vision, values and goals
- Follow all policies/procedures relative to implementing Specialized Academic Instruction based on the principles of ABA
- Follow and uphold all Summa Academy policies and procedures as outlined in the handbook, policies and procedure documents and any additional communications with regards to policies and procedures
- Provides support for the instruction program for students with disabilities
- Knowledgeable in Instruction in all content areas
- Provide a learning environment that allows for individual differences and respect for the dignity and worth of each student
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Implements adopted Moderate/Severe curriculum for students in the classroom.
- Ensures all lesson plans are aligned to students’ IEP goals and standards.
- Implements Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for the purpose of meeting the individual needs of each student.
- Provides direction to all support staff assigned to the classroom.
- Provides updates and consistent communication to families and staff.
- Evaluates progress on students’ IEP goals for the purpose of reporting student progress and present levels.
- Coordinates services to students for the purpose of ensuring efficient instructions and an effective cohesive program.
- Implements all behavioral supports and Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP) reflected in each student’s IEP.
- Implements Evidence-Based Practices for students with Autism and other developmental disabilities.
- Teaches/instructs students for the purpose of ensuring successful progress towards student’s goals and objectives and maintains an on-going data collection system to report progress.
- Schedules services for students for the purpose of providing efficient and effective services for students.
- Develops and implements modifications and intervention strategies based on student need.
- Ability to assess students regularly, using informal and formal assessments.
- Perform other job duties as assigned
You must have a clear California Mod/Severe Special Education credential.
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Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $102,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Special education: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Teaching Certification (Required)
Work Location: One location