Special Education Teacher (Severe Needs)
Company: Elevation Ability Services
Location: Denver
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Job DescriptionSpecial Education Teacher (Severe Needs)POSITION
SUMMARY:Elevation Ability Services is Facility School for students
with developmental disabilities ages 6-16. We are looking for a
Secondary Special Education Teacher to begin on or before June 3,
2022. We serve students from school districts in the Denver Metro
and Front Range. Teaching candidates must have experience or the
flexibility to work with a diverse student population. The Special
Education Teacher must be licensed in Special Education. In
addition, Elevation Ability Services is seeking someone who has a
background with students who have intensive cognitive, behavioral
and academic needs. This teacher will perform effective teaching
methods to ensure student success and promote an exemplary
educational program which fosters achievement for all students.
Must be able to manage a team including paraprofessionals. Develops
and promotes good relations among community and school clientele.
Must be trained (or willing to be trained) in Enrich IEP software
and Safety Care.RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:Strong knowledge of
content area, teaching methods, learning styles and educational
research related to learners with all types of special
needs.Demonstrate an understanding of the scope and sequence of a
special education curriculum.Strong classroom management,
communication, organization and planning skills.Experience in
developing and implementing individualized education programs
(IEPs).Knowledge of both formal and informal diagnostic assessments
for students with a variety of learning difficulties.Demonstrate
knowledge in literacy and numeracy intervention programs.Experience
in administration and interpretation of standardized and informal
special education assessments.Demonstrate problem-solving skills
through collaborative work with students, teachers, parents and
administrators.Participate collaboratively in teaching teams to
design curriculum and assessments.Experience in managing cases
including regular communication with parents and staff.Ability to
align curriculum and assessments with Colorado Content
Standards.Positively impact achievement and differentiate
instruction based on the needs of the students by supporting
programs designed to increase student achievementPerform other
duties as may be assigned by the building principal or Special
Education Director in accordance with School policies.Collect,
record, and summarize data on observable student behavior.Assist
with parent and caregiver training in line with students
individualized treatment and behavior reduction protocols.Utilize
safe & appropriate handling procedures when working with
students.Maintain student
confidentiality.KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:Demonstrate knowledge
and skill regarding the components of effective
instruction.Demonstrate knowledge of content and teaching methods
in areas of the teaching assignment.Demonstrate knowledge of
developmental needs of students.Demonstrate effective written and
oral communication skills.Evidence of ability to establish and
maintain effective, cooperative relationships with school
personnel, students and parents.Demonstrate understanding and
empathy necessary for working with students.Ability to accept
constructive feedback and develop knowledge and skill sets
accordingly.Effective time management skills and the ability to
manage multiple tasks at one timeExcellent written and verbal
communication skillsAbility to develop and maintain professional
relationships with students, co-workers, supervisors, and community
memberAbility to adhere to organizational policies and procedures
and abide by code of ethics as indicated by Colorado Department of
Education, Colorado Department of Human Services, and the Behavior
Analyst Certification Board (if applicable)Commitment to maintain
student confidentiality and adhere to FERPA lawsCommitment to
ongoing training and development as it relates to professional
development, ethics, and technology, and training in order to
perform job responsibilities to required standard.Ability to
interpret and implement educational protocols.BASIC & PHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to lift up to 50 poundsMust be able to
assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting,
crawling, sitting, standing) for extended periods of time.Must be
able to sit on the floor or stand for extended periods of time.Must
have manual dexterity to perform specific computer and electronic
device functions for data collection.Must be able to receive
detailed information through oral communication.Must have visual
acuity to read and comprehend written communication through
computer, electronic devices, and paper means.Must have a valid
Colorado Drivers License & insurance in good standingMust be
COVID-19 VaccinatedQUALIFICATIONS:EXPERIENCE:Required: 1 year
teaching special education in a public school or facility school
settingPreferred: 3-5 years experience teaching children ages 0-21
providing in a classroom or 1:1 setting; experience implementingthe
principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.EDUCATION:Required:The
Special Education Teacher shall hold a valid Colorado
licenseBachelors degree or higher required from an accredited
university or college.Completed a state approved Teacher
Preparation Program, participation in a Teacher in Resident Program
or participation in an Alternative Teacher License
program.Demonstrates competency by one of the following means:Pass
the Place or Praxis test.Pass the Veteran Teacher HOUSSE, held a
license on or before July 1, 2006 and has had one or more years of
completed teaching experience.REPORTING RELATIONSHIPEmployment
Supervisor: Education CoordinatorSupervises:
ParaprofessionalsRELATED TRAINING:Responsible for completing and
maintaining all required certifications and trainings once employed
including, but not limited to: CPR, Fingerprinting and Background
Checks, and other company in-services and trainings as directed by
employment supervisor.Safety Care Training within first 30 days of
employmentMANE TrainingBENEFITS OF WORKING WITH ELEVATION ABILITY
SERVICES:Competitive compensation based upon experience and
opportunities for pay increases based upon performanceHealth,
Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
insuranceProfessional Development FundsSchool Schedule with over 6
week paid offPay: $45,000-$65,000 annuallyTo learn more about the
Special Education Paraprofessional position & how to join Elevation
Ability Services team, please apply on our website career page,
www.Elevationcolo.Com Please include the position that you are
interested in applying for in the subject line of the email.Company
DescriptionElevations facility school is an approved Colorado
Department of Education facility School and a licensed Colorado
Department of Human Services Day Treatment Program. Elevation
serves as an out-of-district placement for students whos moderate
to severe problem behavior has negatively affected their ability to
learn in a lesser restrictive environment. Elevation has several
broad goals for our students:1. To dramatically reduce the
frequency and severity of problem behavior.2. To develop extensive
social, leisure, and academic skill repertoires necessary for
transitioning back to a less restrictive environment (LRE).3. To
provide high quality training and assistance to caregivers and
school staff to set learners up for long term success. by
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