What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute Teacher position at Merakey?
Merakey is seeking a Substitute to join our Education Services within our Children's and Family division in our school in State College.
- Develop & implement strategies to meet the needs of each individual student.
- Instruct students in academic subjects according to school curriculum and daily classes using a variety of techniques (e.g., multi-sensory, repetition, etc.) to meet the student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
- Instruct students in daily living skills required for independent maintenance and self-sufficiency, such as hygiene, safety, etc.
- Implement and include in lesson plans and opportunities for students to experience a variety of learning techniques and methods.
- Work with other team members to create an LRE step down plan between NHS school and public school as needed.
- Plan and schedule lessons according to the daily schedule and approved curriculum. Ensure that objectives for all lessons, units, and projects are demonstrated on lesson plans.
- Provide a balanced program of instruction for students
- Confer with parents, administrators, school psychologists, and other professionals to develop Individual Education Plans (IEP) for each student in the assigned classroom as well as Positive Behavior Support Plans.
- Confer with necessary professionals and supports to develop plans to assist in resolving student behaviors in the classroom.
- Establish organized classroom behavioral model and reinforcement systems (individualize when necessary).
- Observe, collect, and analyze data daily for IEP goals, student behavior, social, developmental, and academic performance.
- Complete report cards and data collection sheets for each child's progress by the 8th of every month.
- Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their child's progress, and to determine priorities for their child's education.
- Create, maintain and update program books as required
- Monitor classroom to ensure they adhere to classroom, school policy & program requirements.
- Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for classroom aide and any volunteers or interns.
- Plan and supervise class projects, recreational activities, art activities, field trips, visits by Guests from the community, or other experiential activities.
- Provide daily feedback to all parents of children assigned.
- Administer specialized testing as identified and necessary.
- Attend staff meetings.
- Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of school programs at all grade/age levels.
- Perform administrative duties such as assisting in the library, bus loading & unloading, selecting classroom supplies, inventory equipment and materials, etc.
- Other duties as assigned to meet programmatic needs.
ABOUT MERAKEY
Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health, and education non-profit provider with a fifty-year history. We offer a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. Our belief that every individual has the right to achieve growth, dignity, and fulfillment guides all of our decisions. At Merakey, we care about each other and are committed to providing the very best care to those we serve.
Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
To be the difference in a child's life, apply today at: www.Merakey.org/careers
Requirements:Pennsylvania Public school certification is required. Experience in working with students with autism or emotional support is preferred
