K-12 Teacher Special Education

Teacher Position at Vanguard Preparatory School

As a teacher at Vanguard Preparatory School, you will provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials according to ability level. Work in self-contained, team, and departmental or itinerant capacity as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for the organization and operation of work within the area of supporting students and staff working with students following Vanguard guidelines and research based best practices.
• Collaborate with students, parents and other members of the staff to develop individual learning plans.
• Develop and implement plans for the curriculum program assigned and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Teach kids to navigate life.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodation for individual student differences.
• Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Vanguard policies, and administrative regulations.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional/learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflects accommodation for individual needs of students assigned.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and uses results for instructional activities.
• Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to Vanguard requirements.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and or volunteer(s) Use technologies in the teaching/learning process.
• Consistently assess student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and may sponsor outside activities approved by the school.
• Present a positive role model for a student that supports the mission of the school.
• Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom and administer emotional regulation practices according to Vanguard policies and administrative regulations.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents.
• Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and community members Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately, clearly, and timely.
• Keep the director of education fully informed with respect to conditions and needs of the classroom and of new techniques and materials being used.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, committee meetings, and work sessions as required by the principal/director of education.
• Promote professional improvement through reading educational journals and books, exploring educational research, enrolling in college courses, participating in staff development activities, and membership in professional organizations.
• Keep informed of and complies with accreditation and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required academic documents.
• Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Vanguard and follow directives from superiors Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor.
• Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Administration and/or supervisor.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: Bachelor's Degree with a Preferred Teacher Certification with required endorsements/training for subject and level assigned.
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned.
• Knowledge of core academic subjects assigned.
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Knowledge of best practices for special education students.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with people with a variety of multiple disabilities, including but not limited to autism spectrum, ADD and ADHD, learning.

Benefits

• Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance Programs.
• Medical Insurance enrollment is available to full time employees on their date of hire. No waiting period.
• Generous Paid Time Off Benefits.
• 403(b) Investment Options.
• Direct Employer Hire.

About Vanguard Preparatory

The Vanguard Preparatory School serves children and families who, for different, often complex reasons, are not well served by traditional public and private schools. Vanguard provides an environment where students can excel to the full extent of their capabilities. Excel might mean achieving academic honors and going on to college with a full scholarship or it might mean the freedom to live independently and pursue meaningful work. Vanguard is unique in our ability to integrate academic learning with social-emotional learning. We have been doing both―and doing both well―for a long time. Vanguard is celebrating our 30th Anniversary this year!

Highlights

• *Lower school teacher to student ratio: 1:5
• *Middle and high school teacher to student ratio: 1:10
• *Teaching staff: 18
• *Mental health professionals: 8
• *Vanguard professionals average years of experience: 15
• *Vanguard professionals average tenure: 8
• *Therapeutic results: Evidenced-based social and emotional progress reports for each student

Professional Associations and/or Partnerships

The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Menta Education Group ("Menta") is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender identity and gender expression), color, national origin, religion, age, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Menta's office.