Special Education Teacher - Private School Programs (Palm Beach County, Florida)

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