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Certified Special Education Teacher

Devereux

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#Differentiated Instruction#Autism Spectrum Disorder#Special Education#IEP#Residential Treatment#Behavioral Healthcare#IDD#Pennsylvania Teacher Certification
#STAIRS Program
#S&PA Techniques
OtherOn Site5-10 yrs$60,000 - $63,000 / YEARPosted 21 hours agoCloses Jul 7

Location

Homestead, Pennsylvania

Salary

$60,000 - $63,000 / YEAR

Quick overview

Plan and implement effective instruction for students with autism and high support needs in a specialized residential treatment program. Develop IEPs, monitor student progress, and provide leadership and coaching to classroom support staff.

Requirements summary

Requires a Bachelor's degree and an active Pennsylvania Special Education Instructional I or II certification. Candidates must have 5-7 years of special education experience, including at least 3 years working with children with autism.

bachelor degreeprofessional certificateCrisis InterventionFamily CommunicationProgress MonitoringClassroom ManagementStaff LeadershipDifferentiated InstructionIEP DevelopmentEvidence-Based PracticesBehavior SupportAutism-Informed Practices

Job description

Description Position

  • Certified
  • Special
  • Education
  • Teacher (STAIRS)
  • Salary: $60,000 up to $63,000 annually depending on related experience
  • Schedule:
  • Hours worked will be based on the 10-month school calendar
  • Location:
  • Homestead area of
  • Pittsburgh,
  • Pa
  • JOB
  • SUMMARY: Plans and implements the effective instruction to assigned students by planning and preparing lesson plans, establishing a supportive learning environment, delivering instruction, assessing student progress, and providing guidance for support staff. This position will support the STAIRS classroom at the Day Academy and serves students from 1st through 12th grade with autism and high support needs who are receiving treatment in TCV’s STAIRS Program, a specialized residential treatment program for children and adolescents with autism/IDD with severe challenging behaviors on the Devereux TCV campus in Homestead. As a Special Education Teacher for the STAIRS classroom, you will work with other dedicated professionals from the Day Academy and STAIRS residential program who share your passion for helping children and adolescents with ASD/IDD learn and succeed. Professional Skills Instruction & Classroom ManagementDelivers engaging, differentiated instruction using evidence-based practices for students with autism. Prepares lesson plans, adapts teaching strategies, and monitors student progress. Safety & ComplianceFollows all policies related to safety, behavior management, and confidentiality. Applies autism-informed practices and approved crisis intervention techniques. IEP Development & Progress MonitoringDevelops and implements IEPs with measurable goals. Tracks progress regularly and completes required reports and documentation. Behavior SupportUses approved therapeutic and behavior strategies. Ensures behavioral goals are implemented and monitored consistently with support staff. Staff LeadershipProvides direction, coaching, and feedback to classroom support staff. Delegates tasks and supports daily classroom operations. Team CollaborationMeets regularly with staff to review student progress and plan instruction. Supports team goals and collaborates effectively. Administrative TasksMaintains accurate attendance and completes required documentation in a timely manner. Family CommunicationCommunicates regularly with families and school districts. Shares student progress and addresses concerns. Professional DevelopmentParticipates in trainings, meetings, and quality improvement activities. Pursues ongoing growth in autism education. Professional AccountabilityCompletes assigned responsibilities independently, meets deadlines, and maintains required certifications and standards.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Training
  • Tuition Assistance
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Student Loan Assistance
  • Career Accelerator Program (ASCEND)

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Devereux

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively...

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IndustryMental Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size5,001-10,000 employees
HQVillanova, PA
Founded1912

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  • What
  • Devereux/TCV offers
  • YOU: A working environment that is collaborative and with a multidisciplinary team approach. Tuition Assistance. Health, Vision, Dental Insurance (must work 30 hours a week to be eligible). 403 (b) retirement plan. Paid Training. Student Loan Assistance. You deserve to work somewhere that gives back to you! Interested in advancing your career? Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND - the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers - the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential. This program includes tuition and student loan repayment!
  • Qualifications

    EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree and an active Special Education Instructional I or II Pennsylvania teacher certification. EXPERIENCE: Special Education Teacher with 5-7 years of special education experience and 3+ years of experience working with children with autism REQUIRED. Experience developing, leading, and monitoring IEPs with measurable goals across academic, behavioral, communication, and adaptive domains. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Significant amounts of walking, sitting, and standing. Some lifting and/or managing resistance required related to applying physical intervention techniques – upwards of 75-100 lbs. or more. Some repetitive wrist/hand movements, normal hearing and vision. Occasional use of computers and office equipment. Occasional driving of Devereux vehicles for business purposes. Ability to meet 100% mastery of Safe and Positive Approaches (S&PA) techniques. Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible. #sponsored Company Overview Company Overview Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year. Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences. With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care. Our Culture, Our Expectations At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices. We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time. What Devereux Offers You In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer; Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services. Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance. Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage. Employee assistance / work-life balance program. Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work! Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE

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