Full job description
Each faculty member is a professional who is esteemed and supported by a faculty of colleagues striving for excellence. The faculty is entrusted with practical implementation of the mission of American Classical Academy Rutherford: To train the minds and develop character in students through a content-rich Classical Education in the liberal arts and sciences utilizing instruction in the principles of moral practices and civic virtue. Special Education Teachers (K-8) provide support for students with special education needs, including both within the general education classroom and in small group settings. Lower School Special Education Teachers are also exemplars of ACAR's Virtues and actively seek to develop strong moral character in students.
Key Responsibilities
- Developing, implementing, and tracking plans for special education services
- Supporting general education teachers in implementing appropriate accommodations
- Communicating frequently and consistently with parents about students’ behavioral and academic progress as well as events in the classroom
- Continuously improving instruction and content knowledge through coaching, professional development, and independent study
- Fostering a sense of joy and wonder in the classroom and beyond
- Maintaining high expectations for both academics and behavior through a commitment to schoolwide policies and procedures and the classical model
Qualities and characteristics of a successful Lower School (K-7) SPEDTeacher:
- Bachelor's or above in Special Education or related area
- Teachers License with a 460 Endorsement.
- Familiarity with best practices in pedagogy, particularly in literacy instruction
- Knowledge of the classical model of education
- High moral character
- Thoughtfulness and a love of learning
Application Instructions If interested, send a letter of interest, a resume, a one-page statement of philosophy of education, and a list of references to: [email protected]
Pay: From $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
