Assistant Teacher II (High School-Greenspring Campus) at Kennedy Krieger Institute

Baltimore, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

24.95

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Instructional Support, IEP Implementation, Behavioral Success, Parent Conferences, Interdisciplinary Meetings, Classroom Management, Behavioral Protocols, Curricular Activities, Extra-Curricular Activities, Technology Implementation, Instructional Design, Crisis Management, Special Education

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview The Assistant Teacher II will support the teachers who serve a varied population of students. The incumbent assists with the implementation of the program as outlined in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) of each student and assists with adapting instruction that meets the individual academic, medical, developmental, and technological needs of the students. This position will fulfill all teacher duties and responsibilities in the periodic absence of the teacher, and may be expected to assume all teacher duties during extended absences of a teacher. At the Kennedy Krieger School: Greenspring Campus High School , our mission is to empower students with diverse abilities to learn and develop lifelong skills while providing a safe and nurturing educational environment staffed by highly skilled, collaborative and dedicated professionals working in partnership with the home, workplace and community. Our 11-month program focuses on building essential skills based on standards and curricula identified by the Maryland State Department of Education. In addition, instruction in art, music, physical education and fitness, health, life and social skills, career exploration and development and vocational skills round out the course of study. We are a nonpublic special education day program approved by the Maryland State Department of Education. Responsibilities Assist with the implementation of instruction in accordance with students’ Individualized Education Program (IEP) in cooperation with a supervising teacher, using effective strategies for academic and behavioral success. Prepare for and participate in parent conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings. Assume responsibilities during after school emergencies including but not limited to student supervision, phone communication, and written documentation. Provide support and leadership for curricular and extra-curricular activities, special events, and projects that support student-life and promote a positive school experience. Complete instructional-related duties as assigned by supervising teachers and administrators. Provide independent instruction, supervision, and classroom management in the absence of the supervising teacher. Implement behavioral protocols and assignments for students during instructional and non-instructional times. Utilize instructional and non-instructional times in a professional manner in keeping with administrative guidelines. Participate in and contribute to in-service training and staff meetings in a professional and collegial manner. Assist with the implementation of technology in instructional design and delivery in accordance with supervising teacher’s directions. Qualifications Qualifications: Professional Crisis Management (PCM) training will be provided by the department, according to the individual program requirements. Employee must achieve and maintain certification (at the “Practitioner” level or higher) according to the timeline established within the departmental policy. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree is required. EXPERIENCE: Previous experience working with children with developmental disabilities is highly preferred. Minimum pay range USD $17.85/Hr. Maximum pay range USD $24.95/Hr.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Teacher II supports teachers by implementing instruction according to student Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and adapting academic, medical, developmental, and technological needs. This role involves assuming full teacher duties during absences and participating in meetings, documentation, and extracurricular support.