Special Education Teacher - Autism

Job Description

Job Description

Bring your energy and passion, and help us make a true difference in the lives of our students and their families! Join Eden’s team as a Special Education Teacher , educating students with autism. At The Eden School, our teachers collaborate with an energetic and knowledgeable team of clinical and educational support staff to provide education and behavior reduction programs for each student.

Celebrating 50 years providing lifespan services for children and adults with autism, Eden Autism is a nationally recognized program specializing in the support of those with profound autism. Utilizing an ABA model, Eden provides a private school setting where students ages 3-21 with high-level support needs are given the tools to gain independence.

RESPONSIBILITY SNAPSHOT

• Classroom oversight (approximately 8-12 students) – IEP development, analysis of data and graphing, quarterly progress reporting, and providing coverage of students during staff absences and as needed.
• Program and curriculum development to include academic, self-care, daily living skills, social and communication, and vocational skill acquisition.
• Supervision of Teaching Assistants – providing training and feedback, weekly staff meetings, quality assessment checks.
• Identification and management of maladaptive behaviors including self-injury and aggression. Collaboration with clinical staff in development and implementation of behavior support plans; implementing crisis management strategies and interventions when required.

MUST HAVES

Education Requirements:

• Master’s degree in special education or related field
• New Jersey Teaching Certification is required
  1. Special Education/Teacher of the Handicapped
  2. Elementary Education and Teacher of Students with Disabilities
• Must have experience working with individuals with profound autism/DD and/or behavior challenges.

Physical Abilities:

• Lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
• Sit, stand, bend, squat, kneel, stretch, stoop, and/or reach above shoulder level for extended periods of time.
• Pass and maintain Professional Crisis Management (PCM) certification, including implementation of all strategies and techniques.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Competent in Applied Behavior Analysis; familiar with behavior and teaching methodologies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems, exercise independent judgement, and make appropriate decisions based on established policies and procedures.

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT EDEN

• Benefits: Eden offers a well-rounded benefits package including medical and dental, life insurance, retirement savings, paid time off, and more.
• Growth: In addition to tuition assistance, we have many opportunities for team building and professional development.
• Core Values: Believe More + Do What it Takes + Work Together + Show Compassion + Be True