Located within Severn River Middle School in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, Sheppard Pratt School offers a 10-month special education program serving students in grades six through eight, aged 11 to 15, with autism spectrum disorder, emotional disabilities, and related disorders. Our unique location within Severn River Middle School grants us access to shared facilities and resources, and our students are exposed to general education peers and classes.
What to expect.
This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated special education teacher. You will be responsible for providing specialized instruction, support, and accommodations to students with diverse learning needs and disabilities.
Specific responsibilities include:
Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued, respected, and supported in their academic and social-emotional development.
Developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEP) for students with disabilities, in collaboration with parents, school administrators, and support staff.
Planning and implementing evidence-based instruction that meets the developmental, emotional, and behavioral needs and learning styles of the various student populations
Differentiating instruction to meet unique academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs of students with disabilities.
Collaborating with the behavioral and clinical teams to develop and implement plans for students with behavioral needs.
What you’ll get from us.
At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:
A commitment to ongoing training and education, including a robust tuition reimbursement program.
Comprehensive retirement, medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Generous paid-time-off and flexible scheduling.
Complimentary employee assistance program.
And more!
What we need from you.
Bachelor’s degree.
Must have an MSDE educator license in special education, or other content area as appropriate for the assignment, OR be able to demonstrate eligibility to apply for licensure within 30 days of https://www.sheppardpratt.org/files/resources/job-graphic-ukg-2000x1000.pngemployment.
3 months of progressively more responsible work experience.
Sheppard Pratt’s mission-driven culture offers an environment where you can explore what motivates you both professionally and personally. Impact opportunities include hospitals, special education schools, residential programs, outpatient centers, and more. We offer continuing education, tuition reimbursement, and career development programs to facilitate your professional growth. Together, we can put your purpose to work.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Mental Health Care
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