Special Education Teacher
Company: Tennyson Center For Children
Location: Denver
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
Be Courageous---Have Grit---Show Compassion---Share Joy---Do
What's Best For Kids and FamiliesSound like you? If so, you belong
with us! Tennyson Center for Children is in search of a Special
Education Teacher-to help kids and families who may otherwise be
forgotten! We need you to join in our vision and passion to serve
and positively impact the lives of children across Colorado.Special
Education Teacher provides classroom instruction to students with a
wide range of learning, emotional and behavioral disabilities. The
Special Education Teacher adapts, modifies, and provide engaging
instructional opportunities for students with significant
educational and behavioral support needs as identified on the
Individual Education Program (IEP). Our clients come from all walks
of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of
backgrounds not just because it's the right thing to do but because
it makes our company stronger. Aside from assisting our youngest
community, here is what else we offer:*New Hire Sign on Bonus:
$1000 after 90 days; additional $1500 after 180
daysBenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision Insurance Options (Kaiser,
Delta Dental, EyeMed)Health Savings Account (with High Deductible
Health Plan)Generous PTO + 13 paid holidaysRetirement Plan with the
Pension Fund: Tennyson will match up to 4% of annual
salaryVoluntary Benefits through Colonial Life: Accident, Cancer,
Disability, Critical Illness, Life InsuranceEmployee Assistance
ProgramEmployee Referral BonusFlexible ScheduleProfessional
Development AssistanceStaff Appreciation EventsSome positions may
qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more
information, go to
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programsJob
DutiesIdentify student's academic and instructional needs through
formal and informal assessments.Provide differentiated classroom
instruction aligned to student needs and grade level
skills.Implement and align instruction to student's individual
IEP.Provide a clean, safe, and developmentally appropriate and
therapeutic learning environment.Represent each student's academic,
social, and emotional abilities and needs during child team
meetings, IEP meetings and monthly child staffings.Create a
positive learning environment and effective behavior management
structures to purposefully promote and foster effective teaching
and learning.Form trusting relationships with the children by
forming a therapeutic alliance and demonstrating an appropriate and
nurturing adult role model while setting limits and providing
consistent structure.Monitor, evaluate and document each student's
progress utilizing appropriate measurements.Assist parents with
understanding and supporting educational goals and appropriate
developmental expectations.Assist in transition planning and
activities associated with a students' return to public school.
Education/Experience/LicensureBachelor's degree in Special
EducationValid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Teaching
License with Special Education Generalist or equivalent.TCI trained
and TCI refreshers maintained during the course of employment. All
candidates must have or qualify to obtain a current Colorado
driver's license (Must obtain license within 30 days of
employment)All positions require criminal CBI background check, FBI
fingerprint check, State of CO child abuse check, DMV driving
record check, pre-employment drug test, pre-employment physical,
academic credential verification, and reference check.EEOC Must
demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States in compliance
with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify and
eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the
required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Tennyson Center for Children currently does not sponsor work visas.
Tennyson Center is an equal opportunity and affirmative action
employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an
inclusive environment for all employees. We seek applicants of
diverse backgrounds and prohibit discrimination based on race,
religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender
expression, age, national origin, disability, military status,
conditions relating to pregnancy or childbearing, and/or any other
status protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you have any
questions, please email our team at HRServices@Tennysoncenter.org.
We appreciate your interest in Tennyson Center for Children.
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Keywords: Tennyson Center For Children, Denver , Special Education Teacher, Education / Teaching , Denver, Colorado
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