special education specialist

Maryville Academy

<div><p><b>Job Summary</b><br>
As a Special Education Teacher at Walsh Academy, you will lead classroom instruction in a Special Education environment, supervising and coordinating the classroom, and developing and implementing the school curriculum to ensure every student's academic and vocational success.</p>
<p><b>Salary Range</b>: $58,000-$63,000 prorated by school year<br>
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<b>Responsibilities</b></p>
<ul><li>Establish collaborative relationships with colleagues, consultants, therapists, and administrators.</li>
<li>Maintain required educational certifications and training.</li>
<li>Stay informed about current developments and instructional best practices.</li>
<li>Attend team meetings and contribute to proactive discussions.</li>
<li>Communicate effectively with parents/guardians and external stakeholders.</li>
<li>Follow behavior programs and document student progress promptly.</li>
<li>Develop new courses of instruction and IEPs to meet students' changing needs.</li>
<li>Adhere to policies regarding student abuse reporting and confidentiality.</li>
<li>Maintain a neat and orderly classroom environment.</li>
<li>Participate in performance quality improvement initiatives.</li></ul><br>
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<b>Qualifications</b></p>
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Special Education from an accredited institution.</li>
<li>Professional Educator License <b>(PEL)</b> with a Learning Behavioral Specialist certificate <b>(LBSI)</b>.</li>
<li>Experience in teaching special education and crisis intervention preferred.</li>
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<p><b>Skills and Knowledge</b></p>
<ul><li>Valid Illinois driver's license required.</li>
<li>Ability to assess student skills and design Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs).</li>
<li>Knowledge of special education best practices and policies.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills with various stakeholders.</li>
<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google G-Suite, and educational software.</li>
<li>Ability to organize workloads, handle crisis intervention, and prioritize tasks effectively.</li>
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<p><b>Physical Demands</b></p>
<ul><li>Ability to sit, stand, bend, walk, and lift/move objects as needed.</li>
<li>Capable of providing physical restraint for students' safety.</li>
<li>Visual, hearing, and learning capabilities to perform job functions.</li>
<li>Comfortable working on a computer for extended periods.</li>
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<p><b>Environment and Scheduling</b></p>
<ul><li>Work during school and vocational program hours.</li>
<li>Ability to work off-site during remote learning days.</li>
<li>Work in various educational and administrative settings.</li>
<li>Duties may involve contact with students in challenging situations.</li></ul></div>

Special Education Teacher - High School (Niles, IL)

Stromberg & Associates

<p>Gary D. Stromberg &amp; Associates is looking for an experienced Special Education Teacher for the 2025-2026 School Year in Loudoun County, VA.</p><p>Salary starting at $65.00/hour. Excellent Public School District. Small caseload size.</p><p>Interviews are currently being held. Please call 716-982-6556 or visit www.garydstrombergassociates.com for more information.</p><p>Gary D. Stromberg &amp; Associates is an Education company that provides Special Education Staff to Public Schools in Virginia for the last 19 years.</p><p>Job Types: Full-time, Contract</p><p>Pay: $65.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Relocation assistance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Special Education Teacher

Pathway School

<p>Located on a 12-acre campus in Jeffersonville, PA, The Pathway School provides students with special needs academic, social, and life skills to be successful and independent now and after attending Pathway. Pathway is a nonprofit special education school for students ages 5 to 21 (grades K-12+) from over 50 regional school districts and charter schools. Our unique learning model has solidified Pathway&rsquo;s reputation as a leader in innovative quality programs, services, and therapeutic support in special education.</p><p>At Pathway, enthusiastic and dedicated staff members are essential to our success in serving our students. We attract and retain a highly skilled professional team with an empowering organizational culture, generous employee benefits, learning opportunities, and numerous recognition events and awards throughout the year.</p><p>Qualifications:</p><p><b>Education:</b> Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in special education from an accredited college or university. Pennsylvania State Special Education Certification K-12 or 7-12 is required. Secondary Certification in a specialized area is a plus. Behavior management and/or Autism certification or training a plus.</p><p><b>Experience:</b> Minimum of 3 years&rsquo; experience in a special education environment as a Special Education Classroom Teacher. Experience must include working with students who may have significant social and emotional needs.</p><p><b>Skills:</b></p><p>Ability to work with Individualized Education Plans (IEP&rsquo;s);</p><p>Ability to learn and apply Pathway&rsquo;s School-Wide Positive Behavior Intensive Support System (PBIS) and any other programs or models that are required to maintain consistent positive behavior support.</p><p>Demonstrated ability to work with students that have moderate to severe social and emotional difficulties.</p><p>Demonstrated ability to adapt curriculum to meet students<b>&rsquo; </b>academicneeds as well as motivate students to engage in the learning process. This includes knowledge of the application of functional activities and community integration concepts in a special education environment.</p><p>Demonstrated ability to follow established procedures when students are in crisis.</p><p>Excellent time management and organization skills</p><p><b>Compliance Requirements: </b>Must comply with Act 168 and submit a completed Sexual Misconduct Form. Must be able to obtain and maintain a satisfactory PA criminal background check, Child Abuse &amp; FBI clearances and pass a drug test, as well as a TB Test. Must be able and willing to drive and have a valid PA driver&rsquo;s license.</p><p><b>Physical Requirements:</b> This position requires a high level of energy. Physical activities can include both sitting and standing for long periods of time, lifting, climbing, bending/stooping, grasping and pulling. Must have full range of motion in order to provide possible emergency care and/or administer effective/safe CPI techniques. This position requires walking and could include working in both an indoor environment as well as an outdoor environment (cold/hot).</p><p><b>PROFESSIONAL DUTIES</b>:</p><p>Develops an individualized education program (IEP) for each student assigned to classroom based on current educational and emotional needs. This includes related service goals and behavioral assessments.</p><p>2. Revises IEP, when required, subject to established procedures.</p><p>3. Requests further educational assessment information when needed from educational specialists or consultative assistance from related services in the psych or behavior departments.</p><p>4. Maintains assessment/evaluation information and a current copy of the IEP for each assigned student in classroom files for use in planning instruction.</p><p>5. Shares IEP information with assistants and/or 1:1 staff; makes certain that staff clearly understand their IEP responsibilities; maintains appropriate documentation.</p><p>6. Prepare classroom lesson plans applying differentiated teaching techniques and specifically designed instruction.</p><p>7. Instructs assigned students according to the established IEP goals, designated objectives and Pennsylvania curriculum guidelines.</p><p>8. Apply preventive techniques to manage student behavior in the classroom.</p><p>9. Monitors student progress on IEP goals and maintains a record of each student&rsquo;s instruction, including IEP objectives mastered.</p><p>10. Collects and maintains all appropriate student data as directed by his/her supervisor.</p><p>11. Prepares for and contributes to student team meetings, parent-team conferences and IEP planning meetings.</p><p>12. Writes student progress reports as determined by Education Supervisor.</p><p>13. Administers informal and standardized educational tests.</p><p>14. Requisitions textbooks, instructional materials and supplies as needed through established procedures.</p><p>15. Makes appropriate and effective use of the assigned Instructional Coordinator.</p><p>16. Contributes to in-service education programs at the request of an Educational Supervisor and/or Education Director.</p><p>17. Participate in the development of curriculum, instructional materials and techniques.</p><p>18. Assists in developing and carrying out research or project plans assigned by the Educational Director.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $60,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's (Required)</li></ul><p>License/Certification:</p><ul><li>Teaching Certification in Special Education (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Ability to Commute:</p><ul><li>Norristown, PA 19403 (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Special Education Classroom Teacher

Klingberg Family Centers

<div>Founded in 1903, Klingberg Family Centers is a private, nonprofit multi-service agency providing help to thousands of persons across Connecticut each year. Our goal is to extend hope and healing to children and families whose lives have been traumatized by abuse and/or neglect in its various forms, severe family problems and mental health issues.<p><br>
Klingberg Family Centers promotes and ensures equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We are committed to eliminating all discrimination and value our diverse workforce, client population, and community.</p><p>
Join our dedicated and energetic team of educators as a Special Education Teacher in our Raymond Hill School. The Raymond Hill School serves elementary, middle, and high school students in need of specialized services delivered in an environment of safety and caring.</p><p>
The Special Education Teacher teaches one or more skills or courses to assigned students to guide them toward greater realization of potential.</p><p>
Reviews intake records, treatment plans, and the individual education program of each student.</p><p>
Participates in the development and monitoring of a special educational program for each student to include PPT/IEP meetings as mandated in state and federal regulations.</p><p>
Develops social, behavioral, and community living skills within the academic framework.</p><p>
Reviews the treatment goals and objectives of all students assigned to the classroom and consults with appropriate staff members to provide therapeutic responses to each.</p><p>
Establishes and maintains a comfortable classroom climate, provides stability, safety, security and discipline.</p><p>
Assures consistent, coordinated treatment within the classroom and fosters the development of confidence and self esteem.</p><p>
Participates in group meetings of Education Program staff to review student progress and to monitor the total treatment plan.</p><p>
Participates in conferences with family members, advises concerning student needs, behavior, and progress.</p><p>
Modifies education programs as appropriate.</p><p>
Participates in the supervision, evaluation and training of assigned staff assistants.</p><p><b>
Work Duration:</b></p><p>
Ten-month position with the option to work the 5 week Extended School Year Program for additional compensation.</p><p><b>
Education/Experience/Other Requirements:</b></p><p>
Bachelors Degree and state certification in special education required; two to four years experience in relevant specialty area as special education teacher preferred. Acquisition and maintenance of certifications in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and CPR/First Aid required.</p><p><b>
Full time employees are eligible for our attractive benefits that include but are not limited to: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, 401k plus a match, Paid Holidays and Vacations, Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program, and a Referral Program. We are also currently offering a $1,000 sign on bonus.</b></p><p></p><p><i><br>
Klingberg Family Centers (and its Affiliates) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, learning or physical disability, past or present history of mental disorder, developmental disabilities, veteran status, or any other category protected by state, federal or local law.</i></p><p><i>
We are an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.</i></p><p></p><p><i><br>
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HealthPRO Heritage

<div>Overview:
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HealthPRO Pediatrics</b> is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and collaborative <b>Special Education Teacher</b> to join our team!</p><ul><li>
Special Education Teacher &ndash; Augusta, GA</li><li>
Full-Time &ndash; On-Site</li><li>
Hourly rates between $40-44/hour based on experience</li><li>
Monday to Friday schedule!</li><li>
Generous PTO accrual to utilize during school breaks or whenever you need!</li><li>
This is a W-2 position with comprehensive benefits that stay active through the whole year, not just when school is in session!</li><li>
Interelated, Autistm, and MOID classrooms</li></ul><div><b>
Why Choose HealthPro Pediatrics?</b></div><ul><li><b>
Meaningful Impact:</b> Play a pivotal role in the lives of children and their families by helping them overcome challenges and achieve milestones in speech, physical, occupational, or ABA therapy.</li><li><b>
Growth Opportunities:</b> Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.</li><li><b>
Collaborative Culture:</b> Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.</li><li><b>
Commitment to Excellence:</b> Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.</li><li><b>
Competitive Benefits Package: </b>Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!</li></ul><p><b>
Join Us in Making a Difference</b></p><p>
At <b>HealthPRO Pediatrics,</b> A division of HealthPro Heritage, we are more than just a team&mdash;we are a family dedicated to empowering children, supporting families, and fostering growth. As a leader in pediatric therapy, we provide a purpose-driven environment where your skills and compassion truly make a difference.</p>
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Consult and collaborate with School staff and families in regards to students&rsquo; educational deficits</li><li>
Conduct initial screenings as well as comprehensive evaluations Participate in the IEP process in developing present levels of performance, goals and objectives, and treatment recommendations for students qualifying for Special Education services</li><li>
Provide Special Education sessions through the use of current best practices based on prescribed services in the IEP</li><li>
Maintain all documentation required by the district including, but not limited to, notes, monthly summaries, and annual IEP&rsquo;s</li></ul><br>
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Qualifications:
<ul><li>Must hold a current license to practice in the state of Georgia</li><li>
Have successful experience working with culturally diverse families.</li><li>
Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development</li></ul><div>
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.</div></div>

Gateway-Longview, Inc.

<div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Title</b>: Special Education Teacher <b>Department: </b>Therapeutic Preschool</div>
<div></div><div><b>Position Summary:</b> Deliver individualized academic and behavioral instruction to students with disabilities in alignment with NYSED standards, IEPs, and agency policies. Promote student growth in a supportive, inclusive environment. Full-time, 10-month position with a 6-week summer program; requires flexibility for meetings, family communication, and professional development.</div>
</div><div></div><div><b>Department</b></div>
<div>Gateway Longview&rsquo;s Education programs support K through 12th grade students who struggle with behavioral, social, and emotional challenges.</div>
<div></div><div><b>Agency</b></div>
<div>Gateway Longview is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve.</div>
<div></div><div><div><b>Benefits</b></div>
<div><div>Gateway Longview takes pride in offering an amazing benefits package to take care of our most important asset- our employees! We offer medical, dental and vision plan insurance effective the first of the month following hire date, flexible spending accounts, wellness program, employee assistance program, a 403B retirement plan, &amp; several more offers.</div>
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</div><div></div><div><div><div><b>Compensation</b></div>
<div>$47,256 - $60,879 (yearly)</div>
<ul><li>Offers based on education and years of relevant experience</li></ul>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Hours/Schedule</b></div>
<div>Full-Time, normal school hours</div>
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</div><div></div><div><b>Professional Development Opportunities</b></div>
<div>Gateway Longview has a strong investment in developing the future leaders of the organization through trainings, advancement opportunities, and a formal leadership pipeline.</div>
<div></div><div><div><b>Position Specific Duties/Responsibilities:</b></div>
<ul><li>Create and maintain a safe, structured, and engaging 6:1:1 classroom environment in alignment with student needs and behavioral plans.</li>
<li>Provide active supervision of students at all times to ensure safety, engagement, and compliance with individualized education and behavior plans.</li>
<li>Develop and implement lesson plans that are standards-aligned, developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive, and differentiated to meet diverse learner needs.</li>
<li>Collaborate with and provide guidance to support staff to ensure consistency in instructional and behavioral strategies.</li>
<li>Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs in compliance with state regulations and agency procedures, ensuring all mandated services and accommodations are delivered.</li>
<li>Track and document student progress toward IEP goals through data collection, assessments, and observations; adjust instruction and interventions as needed.</li>
<li>Use assessment data, observations, and professional judgment to make informed instructional and programmatic recommendations.</li>
<li>Design engaging and personalized learning activities that reflect student interests, learning styles, and developmental levels.</li>
<li>Support students&rsquo; academic, social, and emotional development using trauma-informed and restorative practices.</li>
<li>Communicate and collaborate regularly with families, service providers, administrators, and support staff to promote consistency and student success across settings.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including lesson plans, IEP progress, incident reports, and parent communication logs.</li>
<li>Participate in required training and professional development, including maintaining TCI certification, to support continuous professional growth.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned</li>
</ul>
<div></div><div><b>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</b></div>
<ul><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to differentiate instruction and support diverse learning needs</li></ul>
<ul><li>Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and instructional decision-making</li></ul>
<ul><li>Knowledge of IEP development and special education compliance requirements</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to maintain a calm, supportive presence in high-stress situations</li></ul>
<ul><li>Collaborative mindset and ability to lead within a team-based classroom</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to utilize physical restraints in accordance with safety protocols youth after successful completion of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training</li>
</ul>
<div></div><div><b>Qualifications</b></div>
<ul><li>Current New York State Certification in Special Education (appropriate grade level) or,</li>
<li>As a condition of future employment must be working toward, or be willing to pursue, Special Education certification in appropriate grade levels</li>
<li>Valid New York State driver&rsquo;s license</li>
</ul>
</div><div></div><div><div><i>An EEO/AA Agency</i></div>
<div><i>We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable human service organization to apply.</i></div></div></div></div></div>

Special Education Teacher, Therapeutic Preschool (B-2)

GRAND FORKS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

<div><div><b>Education: </b>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree</div><div></div><div><br>
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Qualifications:</b> Must have or be eligible for a North Dakota teaching license in Special Education. General Strategist credential preferred.</div><br>
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Job Goal: </b>Under the direction of the school principal, the special education teacher plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities in a variety of educational settings. The person in this position is responsible for creating a flexible program and learning environment that provides specialized instruction for students with disabilities, such that the students benefit from the general education curriculum to the greatest extent possible when supported with supplemental aides, accommodations, and other needed supports.</div><br>
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Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:</b></div>
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(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.</div>
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Provide direct and indirect instructional support to students in a positive environment.</li><li>
Completes all special education procedural and compliance paperwork within required timelines.</li><li>
Employ special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory.</li><li>
Instruct students in academic subjects using a variety of techniques such as phonetics, multi-sensory learning, and repetition to reinforce learning and to meet students' varying needs and interests.</li><li>
Teach socially acceptable behavior, as determined by the students&rsquo; individualized education programs (IEPs) by employing techniques in an overall positive behavioral support system.</li><li>
Modify the general education curriculum for students with disabilities based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.</li><li>
Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.</li><li>
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining an environment conducive to learning for all students.</li><li>
Meet with parents to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their individualized educational needs.</li><li>
Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and other professionals to develop individualized education programs (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social/emotional development.</li><li>
Maintain accurate and complete student records and prepare reports on children and activities, as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.</li><li>
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.</li><li>
Develop plans for effective communication, monitoring, and follow-up of students in inclusive classroom settings.</li><li>
Provide crisis intervention, as needed, for students and those in inclusive classrooms.</li><li>
Assist in collection of data for providing appropriate classroom interventions.</li><li>
Serve as a member of a multidisciplinary team as appropriate.</li><li>
Assist in preparation of data for local, state, and federal reports.</li><li>
Maintain professional competence by participating in staff development activities, curriculum development meetings, and other professional opportunities.</li><li>
Perform related work as required.</li></ul>
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: </b>The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of: the necessary principles and application of theory into practice for effective instruction and positive behavioral supports that are beneficial for implementation with all students with disabilities; curriculum and instructional techniques; human behavior, development, and skill performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders; and Grand Forks Public Schools policies and effective instructional practices. The special educator also demonstrates the ability to provide positive behavioral support to students in a group and in an individual setting; demonstrates an understanding of the federal, state, and local mandates governing the determination and delivery of special education services; completes observations and reports pertaining to learning behaviors of students; displays the ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school based staff, students, parents and community members. Overall, the special educator possesses excellent human relations skills and a working knowledge of the English language in written and verbal form.</div><br>
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Work Environment and Physical Demands: </b>While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; occasionally walk and stand. The ability to hear and see in order to communicate effectively as well as communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; Maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned duties; Maintain mental capacity, allowing for effective interaction and communication with others.</div><br>
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Occasionally may need to lift up to fifty (50); reaching, standing, walking, carrying, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, sitting, and/or crawling within the classroom.</div><br>
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The employee may encounter situations where students are physically aggressive and/or verbally abusive. This may require physical interaction (using strategies acquired through de-escalation and restraint training) between the employee and student. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee may be exposed to infection at a greater risk than the average person. May be directly responsible for the safety, well-being and/or output of students.</div><br>
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Evaluation: </b>By the Principal at least twice each year in the first three years of service (December 15 &amp; April 15), and at least once each year thereafter (April 15).</div></div><br>
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A teaching contract of 188 days.</div><br>
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Current certified benefit information as well as the Teacher Negotiated agreement can be found at Human Resources</div><br>
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To find out why living and working in Greater Grand Forks is way cooler, check out www.GrandForksisCooler.com</div></div><div></div>

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