FACTS, a division of Nelnet, Inc., provides a comprehensive suite of technology products and education services to K-12 schools. They are seeking dynamic, student-centered Special Education Teachers to provide individualized and small-group instruction to students with learning differences attending private schools in Florida, ensuring compliance with all relevant educational requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Provide all compliance and other related documentation to FACTS Ed in the timelines communicated
- Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning
- Develop schemes of work, lesson plans and assessments that are in accordance with established procedures and best practices
- Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
- Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction
- Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
- Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
- Provide appropriate feedback on work
- Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies
- Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development
- Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations
- Prepare required reports on students and activities
- Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings
- Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs
- Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
- Prepare classroom for class activities
- Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
- Observe and evaluate student's performance and development
- Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments
- As a Title I Teacher, the following responsibilities apply:
- Deliver supplemental instruction through push-in pull-out programs during the school day and/or after school
- Implement supplemental programs in the areas of reading, language arts, and mathematics, according to Title I regulations, and FACTS Education Solutions’ procedures, policies, and contract requirements
- Analyze assessment data to create individualized learning paths and activities that supplement classroom instruction
- Incorporate the use of online lessons and activities via iPads/tablets/laptops
- Provide district, school leadership, parents and classroom teachers with pre- and post-assessment data, student progress reports and supporting compliance documentation as required
- Establish strong parent involvement programs and relationships that encourage student participation and success
- Collaborate and establish relationships with colleagues to create a strong partnership/school community
- Manage inventory of Title I resources
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Art/Science required (preferably in Education)
- Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a classroom setting or comparable experience
- Passion for education, focusing on the success and achievements of students, parents and fellow educators
- Basic knowledge and understanding of federal programs, policies and procedures
- Exemplary skills in monitoring, tracking, and evaluating data to assess program effectiveness
- Technically savvy
- Demonstrated ability to set priorities and achieve results
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Master's Degree preferred
- Experience working with English Language Learners preferred