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Job Posted April 4, 2008

Assistant to Transition Coordinator

  • Assist Transition Coordinator in daily administrative duties

  • Secretarial

  •  Full Time

  • Competitive Salary

  • Master's Degree preferred, BA if candidate is working towards Masters

  • Special education middle and secondary students

Send cover letter and resume to Jennifer Houk via Email:  jhouk@stelizabeth-school.org

Fax  (410) 889-2356

 or

Mail to:

St. Elizabeth School

801 Argonne Drive

Baltimore, MD  21218-1943


Job Posted April 4, 2008

 

Occupational Therapist

 

Provide direct and indirect services to students as required in IEPI . Attend IEP meetings, as needed.

Maintain communication with student's core team members and also with parents.

  • Occupational Therapy

  • Full-time and Part-time

  • Competitive salary

  • Must have Maryland State Occupational Therapy License

  • Special education  middle and secondary students

Send cover letter and resume to Jennifer Houk via Email:  jhouk@stelizabeth-school.org

Fax  (410) 889-2356

 or

Mail to:

St. Elizabeth School

801 Argonne Drive

Baltimore, MD  21218-1943


Job Posted April 4, 2008

 

Physical Therapist

 

Provide direct and indirect services to students as required in IEPI . Attend IEP meetings, as needed.

Maintain communication with student's core team members and also with parents.

  • Physical Therapy

  • Part-time

  • Competitive salary

  • Must have Maryland State Physical Therapy License

  • Special education  middle and secondary students

Send cover letter and resume to Jennifer Houk via Email:  jhouk@stelizabeth-school.org

Fax  (410) 889-2356

 or

Mail to:

St. Elizabeth School

801 Argonne Drive

Baltimore, MD  21218-1943


Job Posted April 4, 2008

 

Registered Nurse

 

Assist full-time nurse in managing the school health office. Administer medications and first aid as needed.

  • Maintain records

  • Registered Nurse

  • Part-time

  • Competitive salary

  • Mush have Maryland State RN License

  • Special education middle and secondary students

Send cover letter and resume to Jennifer Houk via Email:  jhouk@stelizabeth-school.org

Fax  (410) 889-2356

 or

Mail to:

St. Elizabeth School

801 Argonne Drive

Baltimore, MD  21218-1943


Job Posted April 4, 2008

Teacher

 

Teach functional life skills to middle and secondary special education students

  • Teacher- Special Education

  • Full-time

  • Competitive salary

  • Must have or be eligible for Maryland State Teacher Certificate

  • Special education middle and secondary students

Send cover letter and resume to Jennifer Houk via Email:  jhouk@stelizabeth-school.org

Fax  (410) 889-2356

 or

Mail to:

St. Elizabeth School

801 Argonne Drive

Baltimore, MD  21218-1943

 


 

Job Posted April 1, 2008

Residential Counselors

 

Now hiring at Little Keswick School, a therapeutic residential school 6 miles East of Charlottesville, Virginia. Be a part of a nationally recognized program. energized and creative people wanted. Expand your experience in the field of Education and Psychology working with adolescents with learning disabilities. Salary starting at $28,500 plus benefits.

For information contact:

 

Little Keswick School

Phone: (434) 295- 0457 or Fax resume to (434) 977-1892

Web site: www.littlekeswickschool.net


Job Posted April 1, 2008

 

Teachers

Now hiring at Little Keswick School, a therapeutic residential school 6 miles East of Charlottesville, Virginia. Be a part of a nationally recognized program. Looking for experienced, licensed candidates certified in ED and/or LD to work in a supportive teaching environment with low staff/student ratios. Salary with Master's degree $44,500 plus benefits.

 

For information contact:

 

Little Keswick School

Phone: (434) 295- 0457 or Fax resume to (434) 977-1892

Web site: www.littlekeswickschool.net

 

 


Job Posted March 5, 2008

 

 

Special Education Teacher

(Kansas License Required)

 

We're looking for the best of the best!! Located just 20 miles south of Olathe, Kansas, Lakemary Center provides a variety of life-enhancing and educational services to children in our residential treatment and day school programs. Serving children with developmental disabilities, our goal is to prepare children to transition back to their home schools and communities, or the adult world upon graduation. Our Special Education teachers combine effective instructional skills with other therapeutic interventions to provide positive supports for students with significant needs. A recognized School of Excellence, Lakemary students learn and grow with your help.

 

A leader in the field for students dually diagnosed with developmental disabilities and other significant challenges, Lakemary teachers, supported by a cadre of skilled therapists, provide students with instruction in functional skills, social skills, and practical academics in both classroom and community settings. Simply stated: if you are looking for a unique challenge with immense rewards - Lakemary is the place for you to put into practice your professional knowledge and creative energy.

 

Lakemary provides all the benefits of a small, private school atmosphere - with public school compensation and benefits.  We are looking for the best professionals the field has to offer to help us proved our students' with unique therapeutic and educational opportunities which will support their growth and development. Lakemary Center has a national reputation for excellence in making a difference in the lives of children with developmental disabilities since 1969. 

 

Please consider joining our team of professionals.  Send résumé to

Jennifer Tewes

100 Lakemary Drive, Paola, KS 66071

Phone: (913) 557-4000   Fax: (913) 557-4910

Email: jtewes@lakemaryctr.org


Job Posted March 5, 2008

Occupational Therapist

(Kansas License Required)

 

Located just 20 miles south of Olathe, Kansas, Lakemary Center provides a variety of  of life-enhancing and educational services to children in our residential treatment and day school programs. Our staff Occupational Therapist provides leadership to our professional team through direct services and consultation enhancing students' development.

 

Put your talents to use in our school program-serving children with developmental disabilities including autism, Kindergarten through12th grade.  Unique opportunities exist to design, implement and evaluate therapeutic strategies related to sensory processing/integration, activities of daily living, Theraplay, Community Based Instruction, neuromuscular re-education, oral motor development, as well as more traditional "school stuff" (handwriting, cutting, etc.).  Strength in communication and collaboration is essential, as you will implement innovative co-treatments with a side range of team members, and have the opportunity to utilize unique therapeutic environments & equipment, including our OT gym and Snoezelen Room.

 

We are looking for the best professional the field has to offer to help us provide our students' with unique therapeutic and educational opportunities which will support their growth and development. Lakemary Center has a national reputation for excellence in making a difference in the lives of children with developmental disabilities since 

 

Please consider joining our team of professionals.  Send résumé to

Jennifer Tewes

100 Lakemary Drive, Paola, KS 66071

Phone: (913) 557-4000  Fax: (913) 557-4910

Email: jtewes@lakemaryctr.org


Job Posted March 5, 2008

 

Full or Part Time Speech Language Pathologist

Lakemary provides a variety of life-enhancing and educational services to infants and toddlers, age birth to three years, who reside in Miami, Linn, Anderson and parts of Franklin Counties.  Families participating in the program are served by a caring team of Lakemary professionals who work closely with families in the early intervention process. 

 

Together, strategies are developed for families to implement with their children in the home to support development in language, motor development, cognition social skills and self help.  Teachers and therapists also work with families to coordinate community services in the areas of nutrition, audiology, health and medical care, vision, and other supports. 

 

Paola is just 20 minutes south of Olathe and a car is provided for all home visits. 

 

Please consider joining our team of professionals.  Send résumé to

Jennifer Tewes

100 Lakemary Drive, Paola, KS 66071

Phone: (913) 557-4000   Fax: (913) 557-4910

Email: jtewes@lakemaryctr.org

 


Job March 4, 2008

Special Education Teacher

 

Heartspring is a worldwide center for children with special needs.  We are not for profit residential and day school serving children ages 5 through 21 from across the country.  Many students come to Heartspring with developmental disabilities such as autism, Asperger's  Syndrome, speech and language impairments, visual impairments, deaf/hard of hearing, cerebral palsy, challenging behaviors and those with multiple disabilities.  In conjunction with our functional academic curriculum, we also focus on the challenging behaviors and communication deficits often associated with these disabilities.

 

At Heartspring School we provide our teachers with exceptional professional and physical resources, so they can really make a difference!

 

Responsibilities: Provide year-round instruction to children with low incidence disabilities (autism, sensory impairment, moderate to severe developmental and behavior problems) in self-contained classroom.  Students are ages 5-21.  Design and implement instructional programs to meet individual student needs.  Small class sizes, high staff/student ratio with collaborative team support of medical, psychology & therapy support services provided based on individual student needs.   

 

Other: Degree in Special Education & Kansas K-12 certification.  Prefer MS. with experience in multiple disabilities.  Will consider other certifications if willing to obtain necessary coursework while employed.  Competitive salary based on education and experience. 

 

Submit resume to Heartspring, 8700 E. 29th St. N., Wichita, KS 67226:

fax to 316-634-8889 or email jnoller@heartspring.org.

You can learn more about Heartspring and apply online at www.heartspring.org.

 

Contact:

Julie Noller

Phone: (316) 634-8817

Fax: (316) 634-8889

Email: humanresources@heartspring.org

 


Job March 4, 2008

Speech/Language Pathologist

General Description:

Are you tired of 60 students on your caseload?  Arranging your own meetings?  Filling out insurance forms? Being isolated?  Traveling and dragging materials?  ICA offers small caseloads, daily interaction with SLP's, cooperative teaching opportunities, and so much more!  CFY supervision available & great benefits. 

 

Send resume to:

 

Illinois Center for Autism

Attn: Troy Metheney

548 S. Ruby Lane

Fairview Heights, Il 62208

Phone: (618) 398-7500

Fax: (618) 394-9869

Email: jobs@illinoiscenterforautism.org

EOE

 


Job March 4, 2008

Teacher - 115 Special Education Teacher

 

The Special Education Classroom Teacher is responsible for a variety of duties including, but not limited to academic planning, delivering individualized and group instruction, assisting with daily living skills and person care instruction to the students. This position reports to the Director of Education or his/her designee. It is a full time, salaried, exempt position.  Hours of work may be varied dependent upon the licensure status of the teacher. Ten weeks vacation is provided with this position.

 

Educational/Work History Requirements 

  • Possesses a minimum of Bachelor degree (may obtain a waiver from Massachusetts

  • Department of Education)

  • Has license to teach in Massachusetts in appropriate area. (Moderate Special Needs, PreK-9

  • or 5-2, or Severe Special Needs, all levels)

  • Has the stamina and physical endurance for a demanding teaching schedule.

  • Possesses excellent problem solving, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

  • Completes job with minimal supervision.

  • Works as many hours as necessary to complete the essential duties of the position.

 

Essential Duties of the Position

 

 1.      Supervises and provides individual and group    instruction to students.

 2.      Supervises and provides ongoing training to direct care staff assigned to the classroom.

 3.      Rewards, evaluates, provides feedback to staff assigned to the classroom.

 4.      Writes and follows daily schedule.

 5.      Knows where each student is at all times and takes a head count at random times while

       emergency evacuation drills are being held.

 6.      Works in conjunction with the subject matter teachers in assigning daily lessons and homework.

 7.      Provides quarterly assessments and information for reports as needed.

 8.      Addresses the goals and objectives of each student’s IEP in appropriate area.

 9.      Writes bi-weekly lesson plans which indicate the goals and objectives/benchmarks in IEP.

 10.  Submits comprehensive and complete bi-weekly lesson plans, charts, homework when due.

 11.  Attends progress review meetings and develops goals and objectives for IEPs.

 12.  Attends all IEP meetings (Annual review) for each students and provides a verbal summary of 

       student progress or lack thereof to the district and parent.

 13.   Administers Educational, Vocational, and other assessments as assigned.

 14.  Attends weekly meetings held by the Director of Education or his/her designee.

 15.  Meets with the Director of Education at least quarterly to discuss Professional Development Plan.

 16.  Suggests changes in student’s behavioral and/or educational program to supervisor.

 17.  Attends Parents’ Visiting Day to meet with parents.

 18.   Assists with transport of students to and from medical appointment when asked.

 19.  Assists in loading and unloading the vans and busses in the morning and afternoon.

 20.  Submits request/suggestion forms to the Director of Education or his/her designee

       regarding supplies needed.

 21.  Reads JRC Discussion Board and posts a minimum of 1 message every 2 weeks.

 22.  Reads and corrects posts made to discussion board by the students.

 23.  Participates in at least two hours per month of in-service training.

 24.  Engages in incidental learning whenever possible.

 25.  Reports damage (to include property that has been exposed to any bodily fluids/secretion)

        to JRC property on End of Shift form.

 26.  Reports abuse to JRC and appropriate agencies.

 27.  Has working telephone so they may be contacted.

 28.  Acts as “Head of Provider”, when needed to monitor and approve emergency restraint.

 29.  Acts as “Staff in Attendance”, when needed during a restraint.

 30.  Assists injured staff in filling our appropriate forms, notifies appropriate personal, and

     obtains medical care if needed. (If injury occurs on a weekday, 9-5, escorts injured staff to

     Injury Coordinator.)

 31.  Assists with transport of students to and from medical appointments when asked.

 32.  Assists in loading and unloading the vans and busses in the morning and afternoon.

 

Demonstrated Skills

  •  Possess excellent interpersonal /communication skills.

  •  Reacts to change productively and handles other essential tasks as assigned.

  • Uses a computer for word processing

  •  Follows student’s behavioral program as written in treatment plan and arranges appropriate consequence.

  •  Knows state/federal educational regulations for disabled persons.

  •  Reacts to student’s inappropriate behaviors in a calm, detached, assertive manner.

  •  Dresses in a professional appearance and maintains proper demeanor.

 

Physical Demands of Position

  •  Communicates clearly and concisely in English.

  •  Has 20/20 vision or correctable to 20/20 with corrective lenses.

  •  Can stand and walk for at least 80% of the workday.

  •  Can sit for at least 20% of the workday.

  •   Has valid driver’s license.

  •   Normal depth perception is required.

 

(Position may involve kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, and handling during the teaching process and/or whenever assisting direct care staff in the classroom.)

 

Judge Rotenberg Educational Center

Web Site : www.judgerc.org

Email: m.nichols@judgerc.org

 


Job March 4, 2008

 

Speech/ Language Pathologist

 

Required Education: Bachelors Degree

 

Job Description: Include broad spectrum of duties and benefits.  This Speech & Language Pathologist

position offers the opportunity to work with children and young adults, ages 5-21 who present with a wide

variety of disabilities including all levels of the Autism Spectrum.  Working closely with other Clinical

Professional including Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Psychologists, counselors and Nursing

Staff, you will gain knowledge and insight into a variety of treatment methods.  The facility offers state of

the technology and unique Clinical Resource Center, which affords the opportunity to work in conjunction

with other professionals and provide wrap-around services, which are so critical for this level of disability. 

The Benedictine School is internationally recognized for its innovative treatment models and success rates

among its multicultural student population.  Our school-based program is staffed by highly qualified Special

Education Teachers and Residential Staff, who work in closely with the therapeutic program to provide

support services all waking hours.  The responsibilities of this position include: Evaluation and Diagnosis

of Speech & Language disorders; Therapeutic Treatment; Development of Speech & Language Therapeutic

Plans; Collaboration with all caregivers and staff treating the students on your caseload; Attendance at

Team Meetings. 

 

Requirements: A Bachelors Degree in Speech & Language Pathology is required.  Clinical Fellowship Year supervision as well as clinical supervision as you are working on attaining your Master's degree is available.

 

School Description: The Benedictine School is seeking quality people to serve children with multiple

disabilities within an integrated, collaborative team teaching environment. 

 

Located on Maryland's beautiful Eastern Shore, we are within driving distance of Annapolis, Baltimore,

Washington D.C. and the Philadelphia areas, Ridgley, MD is centrally located between the Chesapeake

Bay and the Atlantic Ocean with many beautiful waterways to cross along the way.  The Eastern Shore of

Maryland is becoming a very popular place to live with small town atmospheres, affordable cost of living,

great schools for children and nature's beautiful surroundings to relax in.  Employees of The Benedictine

School are eligible for our very generous benefit package which includes: 

 

Medical insurance plan options for yourself and your family.  Dental and Vision plans for yourself and your

Life Insurance options, Short and Long Term Disability options, 403B retirement plan which includes a

generous employer match and annual contribution, 10 month work schedule for school employees with

plenty of holiday and summer break time to enjoy with your family.

 

Visit our website for more information about The Benedictine School.  www.benschool.org

 

The position will remain open until filled.  Full/Part Time: Full time; Both available.

 

Please send resume to:

 

Susan Earls
Human Resources
The Benedictine School
14229 Benedictine Lane
Ridgley, MD 21660
Email: at susane@benschool.org
Phone: 410-634-2112 ext 342
Fax: 410-634-1825

 


 

 

 

 
 

 

 


 

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