Education Specialist (Teacher)

Education Specialist (Teacher)Fulton, MOFull-Time Salaried:$48,071.28 - $59,299.20 Per yearDepartment of Social Services,Division of Youth Services,Education and TrainingFulton Treatment Center:54 - FTCJob Summary - Why youll love this positionWorking with the Division of Youth Services is more than it seems. You will be working with staff to create a safe, therapeutic, and educational environment for youth in our day treatment and residential programs. To succeed in this position you will need to be empathetic, nonjudgmental, cooperative, encouraging, able-bodied, professional, and respectful; you must be able to communicate clearly, honestly and openly. We also offer a variety of great benefits including health, dental, vision, paid holidays, cafeteria plans, retirement, and more. Join us and help make the difference for our youth today!Responsibilities - What youll doThis is entry-level to senior-level professional teaching position accountable for developing curriculum and lesson plans,and planning and implementing course content and methods to meet the needs of state facility clients in a facility of the Missouri Division of Youth Services. This position instructs youth in elementary or secondary school subjects, and related special education work.The following tasks are the responsibility of the Education Specialist:Implement group and individual education plans. Plan class work and prepare learning materials.Function as part of a teaching team and assists in developing, implementing, and evaluating individual educational plans. Confer with parents and/or students.Adhere to State and Federal testing guidelines and mandates.Prepare reports regarding each clients adjustment and progress. Maintain scholastic and attendance records.Provide Awareness Supervision to youth, with responsibility for their safety, personal conduct, care, education, and therapy.Maintain security, including intervention and/or participate fully in physical restraints of youth during emergencies or altercations to prevent escapes and gain physical control of youth.Dispense medications to youth.Role-model appropriate behaviors.Transport and escort youth in everyday and emergency situations.Qualifications - All you need for successA Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in appropriate coursework or in the field of Education. Must have the ability to obtain an appropriate Temporary Authorization Certificate (TAC) issued by the Missouri Department ofElementary and Secondary Education.TOA Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in Special Education: and, Four or more years of post-baccalaureate special education teaching experience in a school accredited by a governing agency (such as the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education or the North Central Association on Accreditation and School Improvement). (Possession of a valid teaching certificate in special education issued from the Missouri Departmentof Elementary and Secondary Education will substitute for the specialized coursework.) ORA Masters degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in Special Education; and, Two or more years of post-baccalaureate special education teaching experience in a school accredited by a governing agency (such as the Missouri Department ofElementary and Secondary Education or the North Central Association on Accreditation and School Improvement). OR A Master'sdegree from an accredited college or university in Education; and, Three or more years of post-baccalaureate special education teaching experience in a school accredited by a governing agency (such as the Missouri Department ofElementary and Secondary Education or the North Central Association on Accreditation and School Improvement).(Possession of a valid teaching certificate in special education issued from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education will substitute for the specialized coursework). ORa Bachelors degree and specialized certification.(Substitutions may be allowed.)Pursuant to State Law, this position requires accreditation, Licensure, and/or professional or occupational license which is only available to holders of specific post-secondary degrees.Special Requirements:Must possess a valid drivers license.Job Details - More reasons to love this position