Provide academic, social, and behavioral support to students with special needs under the direction of teachers and administrators. Assist in implementing educational programming and reinforcing Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) goals.
Description Do you enjoy utilizing your skills to impact children and adolescents in a classroom setting?
Are you looking for a collaborative environment to share your passion for helping others?
If you answered, Yes, then consider working as a Instructional Support Specialist in our Devereux Day Academy, located in Landenberg, PA!
Being an Instructional Support Specialist at Devereux has its Advantages You will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need.
This position will support teacher's direction by providing assistance with academic, social, and behavioral needs of assigned clients.
You will assist in the implementation of a basic educational programming and performing duties as directed by the building administrator or classroom teacher inclusive of individual tutoring or one-on-one support for a student with special needs.
Every day as an Instructional Support Specialist you will: Ensure the health and safety of the students Provide assistance with academic, social and behavioral needs.
Support the teacher and administration's direction while supporting youth and reporting progress daily.
Reinforce PBIS goals and objectives You will be offered: Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm (52 week year round position) Pay Rate: $17.50-$19.95/hr (based upon education and experience) Tuition Assistance for those seeking higher education BENEFIT ELIGIBILITY AFTER 30 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT (1st day of the 30 days) mydevereuxbenefits.org ASCEND - Career Accelerator Program Devereux Day Academy is a private academic school program located in Landenberg, PA.
Devereux Day Academy is licensed to serve students in grades K-12 who have been identified with the following primary disabilities: Emotional Disturbance, behavioral and cognitive differences.
The Devereux Day Academy is also able to help children with autism, intellectual disabilities and speech and language impairments.
The core curriculum has been aligned with the Pennsylvania Core Standards, as well as the curricula of our partner school districts.
This innovative special education programs that work in tandem with families and school districts to ensure that students can return to their local schools and communities with the tools they will need to succeed.
The goal of the curriculum is to provide students with learning experiences that foster increased engagement and success through differentiated instruction, evidence-based instructional strategies, and rigorous learning expectations.
Each student has an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), which outlines goals for skill development and the best strategies by which the student can reach his/her goals.
A multi-disciplinary team, including the individual’s parent(s) or guardian, regularly reviews the plan to discuss challenges, progress and adjustments to goals as appropriate.
A primary focus throughout the program is the philosophy of Program-Wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PW-PBIS), a program-wide system of care that promotes and rewards positive behaviors, and prevents negative behaviors, to create safe, supportive living environments. #Sponsored
EDUCATION: High School Diploma required. Associates Degree or completion of two years of post-secondary education from an accredited college or university preferred. EXPERIENCE: Previous experience working in a special education or behavioral healthcare setting with students with severe/complex behavioral/emotional issues preferred. 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. 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
A high school diploma is required, while an associate degree or two years of post-secondary education is preferred. Experience working in special education or behavioral healthcare settings with complex behavioral issues is desired.
Market context
Instructional support roles in Pennsylvania schools are often in demand as districts look for staff who can help students with academic, behavioral, and classroom needs. This type of position is competitive because candidates with special education or behavioral healthcare experience and comfort with complex behaviors can stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to show relevant school-based support experience and readiness to work with diverse student needs.