SUMMARY
Responsible for providing academic instruction to children in a year-round partial hospitalization school setting. The Teacher may be called upon to provide therapeutic interventions at any time.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILIES
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Implements all academic components within the classroom to include following the specified curriculum and benchmarks as set forth by St. Vincent Family Center.
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Communicates with parents, on an as needed basis, regarding student/client academic concerns.
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Tracks absences and tardiness of students/client.
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Completes and disseminates grade cards four (4) times per year.
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Conducts a minimum of two (2) Parent-Teacher conferences during the school year.
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Makes recommendations to the psychologist regarding further student/client testing (i.e. if the child needs an IEP).
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Collect data and documentation then communicates as an active member of the treatment team.
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Attend development classes as requested by supervisors.
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Assists the Adaptive Behavioral Specialist with mental health interventions, as needed.
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Implements and uses trauma informed care services.
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Implements Collaborative Problem Solving strategies.
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Is sensitive to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the children and families served.
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Performs general office duties to include, filing, copying, faxing and customer service.
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Other duties as assigned or requested.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
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Bachelor’s degree in education or related field is required.
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Current certification to teach K-5th grade is required.
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Masters in Special Education is preferred.
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Current licensure to teach preferred.
