Special Education Teacher, Sheppard Pratt School - Cumberland
Sheppard Pratt
Location
Cumberland, Iowa
Salary
$51,503 - $67,978 / YEAR
Quick overview
The teacher will be responsible for providing specialized instruction, support, and accommodations to students with diverse learning needs and disabilities. Key duties include creating a positive learning environment and developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs).
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree and hold an MSDE educator license in special education or be eligible to apply for licensure within 30 days of employment. A minimum of three months of progressively responsible work experience is also required.
Job description
The Sheppard Pratt School in Cumberland [https://www.sheppardpratt.org/care-finder/sheppard-pratt-school-cumberland/] is a nonpublic special education day school dedicated to providing year-round educational, vocational, and daily living services to students in grades K-12. Our focus lies in supporting students with emotional disabilities and autism, empowering them to succeed academically and beyond. We believe in fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every student’s potential is recognized and celebrated. From vibrant artwork adorning our halls to meaningful interactions between staff and students, our school embodies a culture of warmth, connection, and growth.
What to expect.
This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated special education teacher. You will be responsible for providing specialized instruction, support, and accommodations to students with diverse learning needs and disabilities.
Specific responsibilities include
- Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued, respected, and supported in their academic and social-emotional development.
- Developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEP) for students with disabilities, in collaboration with parents, school administrators, and support staff.
- Planning and implementing evidence-based instruction that meets the developmental, emotional, and behavioral needs and learning styles of the various student populations
- Differentiating instruction to meet unique academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs of students with disabilities.
- Collaborating with the behavioral and clinical teams to develop and implement plans for students with behavioral needs.
What you’ll get from us.
- At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:
- A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefits eligible positions
- 403b retirement match
- Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
- Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous mileage reimbursement program
Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.
Bachelors level
- $51,503.30-$61,808.24
- Masters level: $53,560.00- $67,978.35
- What we need from you.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Must have an MSDE educator license in special education, or other content area as appropriate for the assignment, OR be able to demonstrate eligibility to apply for licensure within 30 days of employment.
- 3 months of progressively more responsible work experience.
WHY SHEPPARD PRATT? At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!
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Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off
- Vision Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Mileage Reimbursement
- 403b Retirement Match