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Teacher - ESE (Early Childhood)

UCP of Central Florida

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#Applied Behavior Analysis#Early Childhood Education#Special Education#IEP#Non-profit#Access Points#Danielson Framework#Behavioral Strategies#ESOL
#ESE
#Exceptional Student Education
#Florida Educators Accomplished Practices
Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrs$49,000 - $52,000 / YEARPosted 9 days agoCloses Jul 18

Location

Kissimmee, Florida

Salary

$49,000 - $52,000 / YEAR

Quick overview

The teacher serves as the instructional leader for a self-contained ESE classroom, managing students with significant behavioral needs. Responsibilities include developing IEPs, implementing behavioral intervention plans, and providing modified curriculum instruction.

Requirements summary

Requires a Bachelor's degree and a Florida Professional Teaching Certificate with Exceptional Education and ESOL endorsements. Preference is given to candidates with 1-3 years of experience in similar settings and an Autism endorsement.

bachelor degreeprofessional certificateCrisis InterventionClassroom ManagementFunctional Behavior AssessmentParent CommunicationDifferentiated InstructionStudent AssessmentIEP DevelopmentBehavior Intervention PlansInstructional LeadershipCurriculum ModificationBehavioral Data CollectionSocial Skills Instruction

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location

  • UCP
  • Osceola
  • Campus -
  • Kissimmee,
  • FL 34741Position
  • Type:
  • Full
  • TimeEducation
  • Level: 4
  • Year
  • DegreeSalary
  • Range: $49,000.00 - $52,000.00
  • SalaryJob
  • Category: EducationLooking to make a difference in an innovative and dynamic non-profit agency? UCP of Central Florida unlocks the potential of thousands of children each year at our campuses, pediatric therapy clinics and parent support programs.
  • Job
  • Summary: The Teacher – ESE Early Childhood facilitates the critical role of being the instructional leader in the classroom of approximately 9-12 students exhibiting significant behaviors that interfere with their own learning or that of their peers. These students require placement in a more supportive environment, specifically an ESE Self-contained classroom, which represents a more restrictive educational setting.
  • Job
  • Responsibilities: Follows and applies all Danielson instructional framework protocols to provide best instructional practices to ensure learning for all students. Planning and preparation. Classroom environment. Instruction. Professional responsibilities. Participates as an integral member of the IEP team, creating drafts for IEP goals utilizing data collected from the classroom, parents, therapists and other members of the IEP team. Collect and use data to determine the effects of learning experiences on student’s development and approaches to learning and adapt as needed. Maintains a portfolio with samples of students’ work, records observed progress, uses observational data to plan individualized and differentiated instructional strategies and appropriately follows Individual Education Plan (IEP). Provide instruction in both standard and modified curriculum pathways/Access Points Assess and use data from both standard and modified assessment pathways. Facilitate and lead classroom teams through the development and implementation of functional behavior assessments/behavior interventions plans and crisis plans for identified students. Provide social skills instruction to students utilizing research-based methodologies and approved district curricula. Implement and coach classroom personnel on research-based methods of classroom management and behavioral strategies. Complete all reporting requirements as mandated by the district, state, federal, and educational agencies (i.e. restraint and seclusion, assessments, behavioral data). Collect behavioral data. Assist with student crisis intervention. Use and model research-based classroom management and individualized behavioral interventions. Clearly communicates with families regarding students’ progress, actively involves family members in planning strategies for enhancing student’s progress and maintains a positive, collaborative relationship with students’ families. Participates in team meetings/professional learning and school-based activities. Maintains a classroom that reflects discovery and use of materials and is clean and well maintained. Harmful cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials are not accessible to children, universal precautions are used appropriately and consistently, and responds quickly and appropriately to all accidents/incidents including documentation. Demonstrates attention to punctuality, attendance, deadlines (Individual Education Plan/Individual Family Support Plans expiration/review, progress reports, testing/assessment), compliance with policies and procedures, Code of Ethics, and exercises appropriate professional judgment and other elements of the Florida Educators Accomplished Practices. Ensure and provide basic care giving duties (utilizing universal health and safety precautions) for students. Applies local and state approved protocols integrating technology and making necessary modifications to media and technology to accommodate all students’ needs. Integrates art into curriculum and learning experiences including necessary modifications to accommodate all students’ needs. Performs other related duties as required and assigned. What UCP Offers Our mission at UCP is to empower children with and without disabilities to achieve their potential by providing individualized support, education and therapy services in an inclusive environment. When you join UCP of Central Florida you partner with a team that is making a positive impact on the futures of our children. For over 70 years, we have been dedicated to enriching the lives of children of all abilities across

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Short And Long Term Disability
  • Continuing Education Support
  • Free Life Insurance
  • Discounted On-site Childcare
  • 403B/Retirement Match

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UCP of Central Florida is dedicated to providing children equal access to programs, services, and experiences that help them achieve their full potential. We are a nonprofit organization that operates Inclusive Charter Schools, Multidisciplinary Therapy Clinics, Specialized...

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IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
HQOrlando, Florida
Founded1955

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  • Florida as 8 campuses: Downtown Orlando, East Orlando (near UCF), Kissimmee, Pine Hills, Lake Mary, and Winter Garden. UCP of Central Florida offers a competitive benefit package available to all employees!
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  • Member may include: health insurance (free option after the first year), dental insurance options, free life insurance, paid time off, discounted on-site childcare, 403B/Retirement match, short & long term disability, and support in continuing your education.QualificationsEducation and
  • Training: (or equivalent) Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution Training in applied behavior analysis or agreement to complete the LEA approved training within a designated time frame. Training in LEA approved positive behavioral strategies used to prevent or deescalate behavior or an agreement to complete the training within a designated time frame OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.
  • Certification

    • Florida Professional Teaching Certificate Birth to Age 4 or PreK-3rd (based on grades taught) AND Exceptional
    • Education
    • Endorsement and
    • ESOL
    • Endorsement (or in process)
    • Prefer:
    • Autism
    • Endorsement
    • Minimum
    • Experience: Prefer 1 to 3 years teaching experience in a similar setting. Experience working with children with a variety of behavior needs. Knowledge of federal and state laws related to exceptional student education.
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    Market context

    Florida ESE Early Childhood roles stay competitive

    Florida schools regularly seek Early Childhood ESE teachers, especially candidates with the required Florida Professional Teaching Certificate, Exceptional Education and ESOL endorsements, and experience in similar settings. These roles are competitive because districts often look for Autism endorsement and classroom readiness in addition to a bachelor’s degree. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your endorsements and tailor your application to early childhood special education experience.

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