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Sheppard Pratt

6501 N Charles St
Baltimore, MD, United States

Phone: 4438279836
Web Site: https://www.sheppardpratt.org/

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Special Education Teacher


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Job ID:

22451

Location:

Rockville, MD, United States 

Category:

Education
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Job Views:

152

Zip Code:

20853

Employment Type:

Full time

Posted:

03.19.2025
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Job Description:

Sheppard Pratt School- Rockville is a year round non-public special education program that serves elementary, middle, and high school students with emotional and behavioral disorders and Autism spectrum disorders.  The program utilizes a therapeutic community where special education, social skills, and counseling are integrated within the milieu. Students are taught communication, personal accountability, problem solving, social skills, and relationship building skills through social skills groups and  counseling. 

As a Special Education Teacher you will:

  • Teach language arts, math, science, social studies and/or other area contents as needed. 
  • Be responsible for the academic teaching and behavioral management of assigned students.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of age-specific student needs in instruction and create appropriate learning environment in classroom setting.
  • Monitor, evaluate, and report on students' progress.
  • Attend and participate in meetings.
  • Work cooperatively with other members of the school staff.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer: 

  • A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation 
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefits eligible positions 
  • 403b retirement match 
  • Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions 
  • Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
  • Generous mileage reimbursement program 

The pay range for this position is $60,000 minimum - $108,000 maximum.  Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.

Job Requirements:

Requires:

  • Bachelor's degree and at least 3 months of related teaching experience (i.e. student teaching, internships, etc.).
  • Must have or be eligible for a conditional, standard professional or advanced certification with Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) at time of appointment. Candidates with a conditional certification must obtain standard professional or advanced certification within two to four years of starting in teaching role, as determined by MSDE evaluation of the individual's credentials. Must maintain MSDE certification requirements throughout tenure in position.
  • Experience working with students with severe emotional/behavioral issues and autism strongly preferred.