ESE Teacher

We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southwestern University! Nova Southwestern University (NSU) is a not-for-profit institution that offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including a tuition waiver, retirement plan, medical and dental plans, and more. We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southwestern University. Primary Purpose Provides individualized educational instruction to special needs students that is attentive to each student's academic, social and emotional needs. Job Category Exempt Pay Basis Annually Subject to Grant Funding No Essential Job Functions Assess individual children's levels, strengths, weaknesses and learning styles. Develop, update, and implement IEPs. Record and maintain school, classroom, and students' information such as attendance, student files, referral information, progress reports, lesson plans, curriculum development, and collection of data. Attend and participate in departmental/division meetings, planning projects, activities, and school-related evening programs. Prepare daily and weekly lesson plans in a manner that is responsive to the individual strengths and needs of the children; share in a team or grade level planning. Establish and maintain a positive learning environment that reflects the school's philosophy. Refer students, when necessary, following school procedures. Communicate with parents and professional staff on a regular basis. Conduct parent conferences. Integrate technology into the teaching-learning process. Maintain proper discipline and assist students in developing self‑discipline and a sense of responsibility. Establish a humanistic, systematic classroom code of conduct. Participate in arrival/dismissal, playground and lunch time supervisory responsibilities as assigned by the Director. Attend faculty meetings. Attend PTO meetings when needed. Oversee Teacher Assistant and/or Aide. Oversee undergraduate and graduate students. Provide training. Register for the 45‑hour training classes within the first 90 days of employment and complete such training within the first year of employment. Complete eight (8) in‑service credit hours per school year. Perform other duties as assigned or required. Job Requirements Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Ability to lift, carry, and put down up to fifty pounds on a continuous basis. Repeated lifting and placing down of children required. Required Certifications / Licenses Valid State of Florida Statement of Eligibility or verification of written application and transcripts with degree conferred. Passing scores on the state required General Knowledge Test (or CLAST test) within the first year of employment. Required Education: Bachelor's Degree Required Experience Must be at least 18 years of age to apply. Experience working with special needs children. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Special Education or related field. Is this a safety sensitive position?: No Background Screening Required?: Yes Sensitivity Disclaimer Nova Southwestern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary. NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr