Job Location : Apopka,FL, USA
The Special Education Teacher, under the direction of theSpecial Education Program Administrator provides quality services to specialeducation students, kindergarten through grade 12. The Special Education Teacher has a commitmentto team participation in planning and implementation of student programsincluding special instruction, tutorial assistance and consultation withgeneral education staff.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Prepares student education plans in consultation withparents and department team membersSupports learning for students who have a wide range oflearning, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities.Designs instruction, both individual and small group, whichparallels the general education curriculumAssists parents, administrators, testing specialists, socialworkers, and professionals to develop educational plans designed to promotestudents' educational, physical, and social developmentPrepares materials and classrooms for class activitiesServes as the coordinator of individualize education program(IEP) implementation with general education staffMonitors student progress, participates in review andrevision of student's IEP, as appropriateMaintains accurate student recordsMentors and supports teaching assistants who provide supportto students with disabilitiesSupports students in preparation for grade transitions andpreparing for life skillsAssess students' skills and educational needs and tracksstudent's performanceDiscusses students' progress with their other teachersCommunicates to maintain positive relationships withstudents and their parentsFollows School District policies and proceduresMinimum Requirements:Bachelor's Degree from an accredited universitypreferredValid state teaching certificate as required by state,contract/district regulationsMinimum of one year experience in teaching environmentpreferredState Teacher Certification; Type: Standard ElementaryTeaching preferredState Teacher Certification; Type: Standard SecondaryTeaching preferredState Teacher Certification; Type: Standard Special TeachingpreferredEndorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferredComplies with all relevant professional standards ofpracticeParticipation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicableCurrent CPR if applicableTB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)Must meet all federal, state and local requirementsSuccessful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob siteUnderstand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirementsAbility to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language requiredComputer proficiency requiredMust be at least 18 years of ageBenefitsAt 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 paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards and recognition programs*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.About AmergisAmergis, 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.