Special Education Teacher

Special Education TeacherMake an Impact Every Day to Shape FuturesAt Abraxas Youth & Family Services, we're not just hiring employees we're building a team of compassionate professionals who believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and independent life.Whether you're beginning your career, changing professions, or looking for work with purpose, we'll provide the training, support, and opportunities you need to succeed while making a meaningful difference in the lives of othersPaid training provided.For more than 50 years, Abraxas Youth & Family Services has been committed to supporting youth, young adults, and families through high-quality programs and services that promote growth, accountability, healing, and positive change.Our mission is empowering individuals to make transformative changes and enabling them to lead lives with purpose and fulfillment. Every day, our employees help create safe, structured, and supportive environments where individuals can build skills, develop confidence, strengthen relationships, and move toward a more positive future.Competitive Pay & BenefitsDaily Pay – Access Your Earned Wages Before PaydayMedical, Dental & Vision Insurance - Available on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.401(k) Retirement PlanPaid Time OffEmployee Assistance ProgramWellness ProgramsEmployee Referral BonusesCompany-Paid TrainingCareer Growth & DevelopmentPaid Training ProgramsProfessional Development OpportunitiesCertification OpportunitiesLeadership Development ProgramsCareer Advancement OpportunitiesOpportunities Across Multiple Service LinesMeaningful Work That MattersMake a Difference Every DaySupport Individuals and FamiliesBuild Meaningful RelationshipsStrengthen CommunitiesJoin a Mission-Driven OrganizationWhat You’ll DoEmploy a wide variety of instructional methods, behavioral tools, and materials that are most appropriate for meeting standard operating procedures and educational objectives that are outlined in the school curriculum.Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the clients’ maturity.Create and maintain accurate client/administrative documents such as daily attendance and grade books; summarize achievements in reports for assigned clients including attendance and behavior.Develops daily lesson plans and completes all required educational paperworkParticipate as an educational team member in coordination with the clients, staff, and school and represents the program in professional meetings, family meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.Knows and demonstrates special educational law or regulations as applying to the paperwork needed to carry a caseload.Supports the Abraxas philosophy and mission and promotes the Seven Key Principles of care.Demonstrates appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management techniques and skills.Who We’re Looking ForYou may be a great fit if you are:CompassionateDependablePatientTeam-OrientedService-FocusedProfessionalPositiveCommitted to Helping OthersQualificationsBachelor’s degree in related field in subject matter that is utilized for teaching experience.State certification (public (level I or II) or private) in special education.At least twenty-one (21) years of age.Criminal clearances (Act 33 and 34, specific State & child clearances and, if necessary, FBI).Non-communicable diseases physical exam.Valid driver's license from employee’s state of residence.Valid registered vehicle insurance.Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.ScheduleFull-TimeMonday through Friday; 8:00am to 4:00pmApply TodaySome jobs pay the bills.This job changes lives.If you're looking for a career where your compassion, dedication, and hard work make a real difference every day, we invite you to join the Abraxas Youth & Family Services team.Apply Today and Make an Impact Every Day to Shape Futures.Abraxas Youth & Family Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.