Special Education Teacher

~~Merakey is currently seeking a certified Special Education Teacher to join our Autism or Emotional Support school in Carlisle, PA.

This position will be in our High School (Secondary) Autism Support classroom and requires a current PA Special Education teaching certification.

 

WHY TEACH AT MERAKEY?

Benefits are effective upon date of hire and including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and much more
Teacher to student ratio never to exceed 1:8
Individualized approach for every student
10-month traditional school year with paid summers off
Additional hours and compensation available with ESY (Extended School Year)
 

POSITION DETAILS

This position will serve as an autism teacher in a private academic classroom. This position's primary roles are: to 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 to meet the students varying needs and interests as guided by the Individualized Education Plan (IEP), and to plan and schedule lessons according to the daily schedule and approved curriculum. You will also assure that objectives for all lessons, units, and projects are demonstrated on lesson plans as well as providing a balanced program of instruction.

~~Teachers working at a Merakey School are required to have a Bachelor's degree in Special education, or a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 18 credits in special education and 6 credits in education theory.
Must possess either a Pennsylvania Private Academic certification or a Pennsylvania Special Education certificate.
Teachers working in a school district classroom are required to have a Pennsylvania Public school certification in Special education.
Experience working with children with Autism and/or Emotional Support is preferred
Experience successfully educating children with challenging behaviors strongly preferred