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Special Educator - Infants and Toddlers Special Education Program

Employer
Prince George's County Public Schools
Location
Cheverly, MD, US
Salary
Competitive
Job Title:
Special Educator - Infants and Toddlers Special Education Program

Location:
Cheverly, MD, US

Organization Name:
Early Childhood Special Education Office

Department Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

This is a full-time, 10-month special education teaching position that will be responsible for providing developmentally appropriate services to children birth to four years old, and their families, during home and community based visits.

Brief Description:

This is a PGCEA Unit I, 10-Month Position, Table A

Salary Range: $47,781 - $103,819

CLOSING DATE: September 30, 2019

Detailed Description:

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
  • Provide intervention and service coordination for students birth-3 years old and their families;
  • Develop and implement Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP);
  • Coordinate services and act as a resource for children and families;
  • Educate children and families about various developmental topics and provide support or training on how to meet the individual needs of the child and family;
  • Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust plan to achieve maximum benefit;
  • Identify and document outcomes and strategies, anticipated progress, and plans for re-evaluation;
  • Attend staff meetings, in-service education and other professional meetings as required;
  • Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, Board Policy and Administrative Regulation;
  • Communicate effectively with team members and parents;
  • Participate in professional development relative to special education and specific professional developments related to research based reading and math interventions;
  • Improve skill and knowledge base in current trends, research and methodology in instructional techniques, technology, multi-cultural content, and interdisciplinary connections; and
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


  • Job Requirements:

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide differentiated instructional techniques that inspire, motivate and meet the individual educational needs of all students;
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and nurture an atmosphere and educational environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of all students;
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of strategies in monitoring and evaluating student performance and developing and implementing plans to improve student performance;
  • Demonstrated ability in integrating technology into curriculum;
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, parents, colleagues, administrators, office staff and other members of the school community; and
  • Familiarity with "best practices" in the field of Early Intervention.

  • EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor's degree in applicable field of education from a regionally accredited college or university
  • Special Education teaching experience with Infants and Toddlers and/or Early Childhood

  • CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

    Holds or is eligible for a Maryland Professional Certificate appropriate to area of assignment; eligibility for Maryland State Department of Education teacher certification in special education.

    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    No direct supervisory responsibilities.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

    The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.

    WORKING ENVIRONMENT

    The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

    None.

    Additional Details:

    Direct Deposit is expected as a condition of new hire employment.

    Based on the settlement agreement reached in Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, U.S. Department of Labor v. Prince George's County Board of Education, OALJ Case No. 2011-LCA-00026, PGCPS is ineligible to sponsor foreign nationals for U.S. employment under any temporary or permanent visa program. As a condition of employment, all applicants for employment must be qualified to work in the United States without sponsorship by PGCPS. If you are not work-authorized and would require PGCPS to sponsor you for a work visa you will not be considered for employment.

    How To Apply:

    Instructional:

    To submit an application online select apply.

    Please complete ALL sections and provide applicable details to ensure full consideration. If you need assistance with submitting your application online, please contact the Employee Support Center & Substitute Services at 301-780-2191.

    Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.

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