Special Educator - South Orange, United States - Lees Developmental Services LLC
Description
Job Summary:
The Special Education Teacher will coordinate and provide Developmentally appropriate educational services utilizing a written Individual Family service plan (IFSP).
- Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Duties/Responsibilities:
Performs re-assessments, observations and documentation to determine the areas in which each child may need extra or modified educational services to meet their developmental milestones.
Identifies the child's and family needs and develops related strategies to assist with achieving their outcomes and goals.
Assist with developing activities that support all identified areas for developmental improvements or an integrated plan while working and collaborating with a team of other specialists, e.g.
Develops individualized Family Service plans for each child, while setting learning goals and adopting modifications as necessary; ensures each child's activities and strategies are planned and organized according to his/her developmental abilities.
Complete progress summary every 6 months, ongoing assessments, and continually tracks progress and makes modifications as necessary.
Develops, completes, and maintains all paperwork mandated by the Early Intervention System (EIS).
Maintains knowledge of special education teaching methods, evidence based practice and best practices through professional development courses provided by EIS
Celebrates the achievements and successes of students.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Required Skills/Abilities:
Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to maintain a calm and patient demeanor with all children ages 0-3 years old.
Thorough understanding of various special education needs and services.
Thorough understanding of and the ability to implement a variety of effective teaching methods.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Must have ability to travel to each child's home or daycare.
- Education and Experience:
Appropriate state license or certification required.
Two years of experience is highly preferred.
- Physical Requirements:
Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties.
Must be able to kneel, sit, stand, crawl, push, and pull to assist and teach children throughout the day.
Basic knowledge of computers to complete necessary paperwork in the state database.
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