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Anticipated Special Educator (2021-2022) High School

Employer
Burlington Public Schools
Location
Burlington, VT, US
Salary
TBD - TBD / Per Year

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Job Category
Teaching
Grade Level
High School

Job Details

2021 - 2022 School Year

Burlington High School is seeking a passionate and energetic Special Education Teacher to join a school committed to high levels of achievement of all students in typical and alternative settings. This position requires working with a diverse student population. Applicants must be dedicated to the belief and desire for the inclusion of all students, and eager to be a member of a high energy, fast-paced dedicated special education team as well as individual student teams in support of student success for all.

Job Requirements:
  • Licensed or eligible for Vermont Educators License
  • Licensed in Special Education
  • Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship


Required Qualifications:

  • Experience in closely working with, providing direct instruction to, and case-managing special education and 504 students.
  • Experience in communicating and maintaining positive relationships with parents and guardians of students with intensive needs
  • Experience in planning, leading and managing large and potentially complex IEP meetings with students, parents, teachers, outside agencies, community mentors, and other support people
  • Demonstrated skills in effective consultation with teacher colleagues and other school and community agencies to support student success in the classroom
  • Experience or ability in co-teaching with regular education teachers
  • Ability to train and supervise para-educators
  • Experience in working with ELL students who have language development needs desirable
  • Demonstrated ability to complete required IEP and other required documents in a timely and efficient way
  • Understanding of Cultural Competency (as explained through Essay 1 on SchoolSpring).
  • Knowledge of best practices in engaging and motivating students and managing student behaviors.

Preferred Attributes :
  • Experience teaching at the secondary level.
  • Experience working with students who experienced trauma and behavior challenges.
  • Participation in professional learning community groups including working collaboratively with colleagues to plan units of study, review student data and progress, and adjust instruction.
  • A commitment to student-centered learning approaches including personalizing instruction and supporting students meeting core proficiencies
  • Training and experience with English Language Learners and students with disabilities.
  • Evidence of strong connection with students and families.
  • Strong communication skills as evidenced through quality of resume, cover letter, and essays.

SALARY: As per the Master Agreement between the Burlington Board of School Commissioners and the Burlington Education Association.

Primary Location:
Burlington High School
Salary Range:
TBD - TBD / Per Year
Shift Type:
Full-Time

Company

The Burlington School District believes a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to the creation of a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive school communities with our vision: "Cultivating caring, creative, and courageous people. - Join the journey.” Located in Burlington, Vermont. The District has a vibrant, picturesque, culturally diverse community on Lake Champlain. With our excellent school system, parks, and local ski mountains within an hour’s drive, it is not surprising that Burlington routinely finds itself on the “best places in the country to raise children” lists.

 

 

 

Company info
Website
Telephone
802-865-5332
Location
150 Colchester Avenue
Burlington
VT
05401
United States

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