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Special Education Teacher: Chimes School (Grades K-8) (Finance)



COMPENSATION: $77,769.00/AnnuallyJoin Chimes - and go further to help others go far! Chimes is a not-for-profit organization that assists people with intellectual and behavioral challenges to achieve their fullest potential.Our vast array of services - educational, employment, vocational, residential, rehabilitative, and behavioral health - are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve - those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:
  • Develops and monitors Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for each student, utilizing On-line MD IEP.
  • Plans and implements appropriate activities based on IEP and established curriculums, including Maryland State Curriculum, and incorporating community-based instruction and functional life skills curriculums.
  • Uses appropriate behavior management strategies and techniques.
  • Maintains current Maryland State Department of Education certification.
  • Attends and participates in parent meetings, staff meetings, Team Share meetings, and other required meetings.
  • Maintains each assigned student's quarterly progress report.
  • Plans for and implements assigned students' Maryland State Testing.
  • Maintains and/or contributes to records for evaluation of students' development and assessment.
  • Supervises the performance of Teaching Assistants and Program Assistants through the use of CPMS and by providing periodic input to school administration relative to staff performance.
  • Ability and willingness to utilize approved behavior management techniques including physical interventions when required.
  • Follows all Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), Medical protocols, and Sensory Diets as prescribed in assigned students' IEPs.
  • Uses technology for the completion of specified job duties.
  • Attends work regularly according to assigned work schedule and by Agency policy.
  • Attends and participates in in-service training, staff meetings, and other activities to facilitate professional development.
  • Works cooperatively with others including all staff, supervisors, administrators, co-workers, people served, community professionals, customers, vendors, and the public.
  • Assumes other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:EDUCATION:
  • Conforms to requirements delineated by the Maryland State Department of Education, COMAR By-Laws, 13A 09.10.18A-C
  • Valid Maryland Certificates in Special Education.
  • Preferably holds a valid driver's license and has an acceptable driving record as determined by criteria established by the Agency's insurance carrier and by Agency policy.

NOTE: At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted instead of the requirements specified above under Education and Experience.What's in it for you? Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >30 hours/week):
  • Competitive Pay
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement options
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 403(b) with Employer Match
  • Employee Recognition Programs
  • Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
  • Discounts through "Tickets at Work"
  • And More!

Want to learn more?To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at: https://chimes.org/Careers .#tcs443 Apply
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