Special Education Instructor (8119)

OVERVIEW OF ATHENA

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.

Role Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Special Education Instructor to join our team. The candidate will have a strong background in special education and a passion for creating an inclusive learning environment that meets the unique needs of participants with diverse abilities. This position is temp-to-hire with an hourly pay rate of $35.00 per hour. You must have reliable transportation to work on-site in Brooklyn, NY.

Key Responsibilities:

• Individualized Education Plans (IEPs): Collaborate with support services staff and evaluate participants' individualized education plans, ensuring that academic and vocational goals are aligned with their needs.
• Curriculum Adaptation: Modify curriculum materials and lesson plans to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities, providing differentiated instruction as necessary.
• Instructional Delivery: Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons that cater to participants with special learning needs, fostering their growth in academic and life skills.
• Accommodations and Support: Provide accommodations and support to participants during assessments, tests, and assignments to ensure equal access to education.
• Progress Monitoring: Regularly assess participants' progress and adjust teaching strategies to meet their evolving needs and goals.
• Collaboration: Work closely with regular education instructors, support staff, and counselors to create a cohesive and supportive learning environment.
• Behavior Management: Implement positive behavior intervention strategies and techniques to address challenging behaviors and promote a positive classroom environment.
• Communication: Maintain open communication with participants, support services staff, families, and caregivers to ensure a holistic approach to participant success.
• Professional Development: Stay updated on best practices in special education, attend relevant workshops, and collaborate with colleagues to enhance teaching methodologies.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of participants' academic progress, IEP goals, and interventions.
• Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field.
• Special Education certification or relevant teaching certification.
• Minimum of two years of experience teaching individuals with special needs.
• Strong knowledge of special education laws, IEP development, and accommodations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Empathy, patience, and a commitment to promoting inclusion and diversity.
• Familiarity with assistive technologies and educational technology.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Standard hours of work Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, with occasional overtime.
• Travel may be required.
• Work is performed in a routine office environment with no exposure to hazardous conditions.
• Physical demands are usually limited to sitting or standing, and may require some stooping, lifting, or carrying objects of light weight.

The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party.

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.