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<div>Therapeutic Learning Center - Certified ESE Teacher - PreK
The Therapeutic Learning Center is in search of a pre-kindergarten special education teacher for the 25-26 school year. Classroom teachers at the TLC are responsible for the early education of children in their care. Duties and responsibilities of the classroom teacher include developing and delivering interactive learning programs designed to engage and educate young children with special needs.
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Knowledge of early childhood development and milestones; experience working with students that have developmental delays, medical complexities and other disabilities.</li><li>
Knowledge and understanding of student behavioral needs and how to effectively implement classroom management strategies to mitigate behaviors with an emphasis on safety, care, and dignity. All staff are provided with crisis and de-escalation training at the start of the school year.
</li></ul><ul><li>Implement engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons to students, and monitor to make adjustments as needed. Emphasis in meeting individual learner needs and understanding different learning styles. Effectively implement instruction in the areas of:
<ul><li>Curriculum and Learning - Pre-Academics, Kindergarten Readiness</li><li>
Social-Emotional - Social Skills, Peer Interactions, Self-Regulation</li><li>
Communication
</li><li>Independent Functioning - Hygiene, Feeding, Safety, Learner Behaviors</li><li>
Utilize play-based learning to facilitate instructional goals. 
</li></ul></li><li>Write and follow through with Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals and maintain compliance including creating and documenting student goals, collecting data, and assessing students effectively to prescribe actions for improvement.</li></ul><ul><li>
Work collaboratively with the instructional team with effective communication; be able to solve problems and challenges independently and with the team using sensitivity and tact. 
</li><li>Build meaningful and communicative relationships with staff, students, and families to promote an inclusive and supportive environment for all. Keep staff and families informed of student needs and progress. 
</li></ul><ul><li>Prepare classroom materials including printing and laminating for visuals, art projects, communication and behavioral supports, etc. 
</li><li>Assist with student hygiene and independent functioning needs including, but not limited to: toilet training and toileting assistance (changing diapers), handwashing, feeding.</li><li>
Organization of classroom structure and physical environment including building schedules, creating student groups, delegating tasks to support staff, and assisting with daily cleaning and organizational tasks.</li></ul> 
 
Benefits:<ul><li>
Competitive pay (Starting at $50,000)</li><li>
12 Month Salary</li><li>
Inexpensive Employer Sponsored Health Insurance with United Health Care</li><li>
Dental, Vision, Short term disability, Long term disability, and other supplementary insurance products are available
</li><li>403B retirement plan with 4% company match</li><li>
$25,000 Employer sponsored life insurance policy</li><li>
Employee Wellness Program (earn up to $2,000 in Rewards)</li></ul><ul><li>
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Exceptional Student Education, Early Childhood Education, or related field</li><li>
Licensure: Current and valid Florida Teaching Certificate - must be certified in ESE and Pre-K/Primary (or willing to add subject areas to current certification in compliance with state mandated timelines)</li><li>
Experience: 3+ years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred.</li><li>
Skills:<ul><li>
Demonstrate reliability, consistent attendance, and dependability to ensure stability and continuity for young learners.</li><li>
Strong organizational and time management skills.</li><li>
Excellent communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.</li><li>
Experience working with technology in a classroom setting (AAC, Smart Boards, tablets, etc.)</li><li>
Ability to lift forty to fifty pounds.</li></ul></li></ul>
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.</div>

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