Position Type:
High School Teaching/Alternative to Suspension

Date Posted:
6/29/2021

Location:
Dieruff High School

Date Available:
08/31/2021

Alternative to Suspension Teacher

Qualifications:
1. Minimum of a Bachelor's degree, preferably in education, special education, social work or other related field.
2. Hold a valid and current Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate, preferably in special education. Other majors will be considered.
3. Consistent record of satisfactory work performance.
4. Acceptable criminal and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151).
5. Experience in public education with emphasis on working with at risk students preferred.
6. Alternatives to the above qualifications, as deemed appropriate by the school board or Superintendent.

Summary

Under the supervision of the school principal, and in conjunction with the Director of Community & Student Services, the Alternative to Suspension (ATS) Teacher assists with assessing, planning, coordinating, and delivering specially designed instruction and positive behavior support plans to students who exhibit behavioral problems. The ATS Teacher (ATS) works with assigned students to promote changes in their behavior, with the goal of integrating students back into regular school programs. In addition, the ATS Teacher participates in professional development activities as prescribed by the Community & Student Services and Special Education departments. The ATS Teacher will achieve and maintain certification in recognized approved de-escalation techniques.

For more information on this position, please read the full description document.

• Alternative to Suspension Teacher ATS 07082019.pdf