Classroom Teacher - Keystone Freedom Academy
Position: Classroom Teacher
Subject Area: Special Education
Job Title: Special Education Teacher
Job Location: Keystone Freedom Academy (Bucks & Delaware County Locations)
Beginning: Immediately
Deadline: Open until filled **
Certificate: Special Education 7-12
Certificate: Special Education N-12
District: Keystone Freedom Academy
Allentown, PA 18106
Telephone: 844-539-3366
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Job Description:
$55,000+ Base Salary | Paid Benefits | Safe and Supportive Environment with Positive Reinforcement

JOB SUMMARY: We are interested in recent graduates and experienced teachers with a calling to work with socially, emotionally, and behaviorally challenged students in a safe, hands-off environment teaching students strategies to access their academics.

Join a dynamic team of educational professionals who believe in replacing discouragement with hope by creating a structured, systematic, and supportive learning environment free from harm.

Starting Salary - $55K - $100K plus $3,000 merit-based bonus

Paid Benefits: Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement (up to $10K/yr), Full Medical Coverage, Dental, Vision, Contribution to Simple IRA (3%), and Merit-Based Bonus Payouts.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

License/Certification:
  • PA Special Education Certification (Preferred)
  • Emergency Certification (if credentials are met)
Schedule: Monday-Friday

Work Location: In-person (Warminster or Media)

Functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:
  • Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student’s IEP.
  • Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques.
  • Employs various teaching techniques, methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals.
  • Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include: present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals.
  • Schedules team meetings and works cooperatively with child study team members and others in developing instructional goals and strategies.
  • Coordinates the delivery of special education services in each student's IEP.
  • Creates a positive learning experience with emphasis in individualized instruction using appropriate sources including the integration of technology.
Other functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:
  • Establishes and maintains student control and discipline in the classroom, school premises or during school activities.
  • Employs and implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation and mutual respect consistent with district policies and procedures.
  • Collaborates and consults with educational professionals and community service providers (i.e., social services, public health, medical providers, etc.) regarding the needs of students.
  • Performs other comparable duties of a like or similar nature apparent or as assigned.
Knowledge Skills and Ability Required:
  • Minimum B.A/B.S degree in teaching from an accredited institution in the appropriate special education or subject area.
  • Current Pennsylvania teaching license in required content area.
  • Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of special education and specialty area.
  • Thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching of students with disabilities.
  • Thorough knowledge of school rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior.
  • Ability to deliver and articulate oral presentations and written reports.
  • Ability to effectively an analyze needs and problems objectively.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, students, parents, staff, administration and the general public.
  • Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program.
  • Knowledge of relevant technology including the use of technology such as i-pads to individualize instruction.
  • Meet professional teacher education requirements of school and state.
  • Knowledge and skills in working with children with ADD and behavior and emotional disabilities.
  • Must have proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
Interested applicants should apply at our websitehttps://keystonefreedomacademy.org/now-hiring/

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