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Position Now Available: Long Term Substitute Teacher for Preschool Education in Tonawanda, NY
Overview
Our Long-Term Substitute Teacher plans and implements instructional programs for each child assigned to him/her.
Shift: Full time, Mon – Fri, 8:15am – 2:45pm
Pay rate: $23.87/hr.
Key Duties
- Assess and prescribe appropriate educational and behavioral objectives for each child
- Evaluate results of educational programs and reassess needs
- Supervise teacher aides and assistants in implementing individual objectives
- With other teaching specialists, assess and monitor individual social and personal needs of children to ensure that each child is receiving all necessary services.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in special education and/or a related field
OR
- Have a current New York State Teaching Assistant Certification
PLUS
- Working towards obtaining a Provisional/Initial New York State Certification in Special Education and/or enrolled in an accredited Teacher Certification Program
- Must have thorough knowledge of principles and practices of curriculum development for children with developmental disabilities
- Sensitivity and respect for children with developmental disabilities and their families always.
Perks
- Affordable Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Great Work-Life balance
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Paid time off
- On the job paid training
- On-demand pay
- Opportunities for advancement
- 403b w/ employer contribution
Full Job Description is listed below:
Job Description
Job Title: Long Term Substitute Teacher
Department: Education Program
Job Grade: 3
Position Summary:
Plans and implements instructional program for each child assigned to him/her. Communicates regularly with parents and other team members concerning each child’s needs.
Reporting Relationship:
Receives general supervision from the Assistant Principal. Gives direct supervision to Teacher Assistant(s), Aide(s), Substitute Teacher Assistants/Aide(s) and volunteer(s).
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plan and implement Individualized Educational Program.
- Assess and prescribe appropriate educational and behavioral objectives for each child.
- Evaluate results of educational programs and reassess children’s needs.
- Provide supportive and consistent learning experiences for children.
- With other teaching specialists, assess and monitor individual social and personal needs of children to ensure that each child is receiving all necessary services. Participate with Team members in assuring continuity between the educational and home environments.
- Immediately report all accidents/incidents to appropriate staff members and complete all required paperwork.
- Assist students while in the water during swimming programs.
- Initiate, schedule and conduct IEP conferences as appropriate.
- Upon request of supervisor attend CPSE/CSE meetings.
- Maintain confidentiality of information and records in accordance with legal requirements and agency policy and procedures.
- Consultation and Supervision
- Supervise teacher aides and assistants in implementing individual objectives.
- Supervise volunteers in implementing individual objectives.
- Participate in staff, parent, and ad hoc committee meetings for the purpose of assuring maximum educational opportunities for children.
- Participate in in-service training activities.
- Utilize agency Employee Handbook and department program handbook.
- Assist and supervise student teachers and interns.
- Equipment Management
- Submit an annual inventory of supplies and equipment to Assistant Principal (s).
- Project future need of supplies and equipment in a timely manner.
- Recommend purchases to the Assistant Principal.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in special education and/or a related field
OR
Have a current New York State Teaching Assistant Certification
PLUS
Working towards obtaining a Provisional/Initial New York State Certification in Special Education and/or enrolled in an accredited Teacher Certification Program
Must have thorough knowledge of principles and practices of curriculum development for children with developmental disabilities. Ability to plan, implement and document individualized educational programming. Demonstrate understanding and application of behavior management techniques. Ability to supervise other staff members.
Sensitivity and respect for children with developmental disabilities and their families at all times. Ability to work cooperatively with others. Willingness to accept and perform duties and responsibilities not ordinarily associated with the position in cases of emergency or when unusual or unpredictable circumstances arise. Willingness to grow and further develop personal and professional performance. Willingness to attend specific training as may be required by the position and/or recommended by supervisor. Demonstrated skill in formulating and documenting appropriate behavioral objectives for children with exceptional needs.
Essential Job Functions:
- Physical demands and Exposure Risk outlined on attached form (A)
- Mental Requirements:
The ability to read; write in a legible, grammatically correct manner; analyze, memorize, be perceptive/comprehensive, show good judgement, have good math skills, spatial aptitude, sequencing & decision-making skills, independent action, planning & prioritizing and follow directions and understand and follow detailed written and oral instructions. The ability to maintain auditory and visual supervision of students.
The ability to communicate with individuals in a positive and professional manner, demonstrate the ability to be a leader/supervisor and serves as an appropriate role model to staff members. Work independently as well as cooperatively with others. Be approachable, enthusiastic, personable, work under pressure and meet job-related deadlines accordingly. Receive supervision instruction in a positive manner. Adhere to and administer Agency’s policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Maintain a professional attitude and appearance at all times. Ability to handle information discretely, understanding strict rules of confidentiality.
The ability to operate normal household appliances; ability to operate office equipment, such as computer, copier, fax machine, etc.
Agency Principles:
- All staff members will ensure and demonstrate the promotion of fundamental rights and protections for the people that we support. These include practices that treat people with dignity and respect at all times, ensure safety, best possible health/well-being and provide the person with continuity and personal security through the use of natural support, positive relationships and opportunities for integration in the community. Staff members should also advocate and work toward assisting the people we support through person-centered planning to achieve the personal outcome goals that they have chosen by facilitating the plans and positive supports necessary to assist the person in progressing toward each outcome.
- Demonstrates the agency values of integrity, respect, responsibility, trust, teamwork, positive attitude, learning and honesty in working with students (persons), families, colleagues and members of our community.
- Good attendance is vital for the efficient and effective operation of quality programming and is an essential job function of this position.
This position is NON-EXEMPT from the overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standard Act.
The Arc Erie County New York retains the right to change this job description at any time.
The Arc Erie County NY is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) & Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.
