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Special Education Teacher

Job Type Full Time
Location Erie, PA
Education LevelBachelor's Degree
HoursFollow school calendar and summer extended school year
Job Description

Special Education Teacher - Full Time

Help students achieve goals in a supportive learning environment at the Elizabeth Lee Black School, a Nationally designated “School of Excellence” for 14 years and approved private school, that offers a range of educational program choices designed to help all children achieve their potential. This Special Education Teacher will be enthusiastic, innovative and committed to meeting the needs of the students and their families through the following:

  • Design and implement Individualized Education Plans for learners with special needs
  • Integrate Behavior Analytic principles into classroom management
  • Keep records of the students’ progress, routines, and interests, and keep parents informed about their child’s development
  • Maintain records by documenting learning accomplishments, collecting educational and behavioral data, maintaining attendance records, etc.

We are committed to providing a safe environment throughout the hiring process, orientation, and in the classroom. Covid training, mandatory mask wearing for all staff, enhanced cleaning and disinfecting throughout our facilities; 75% of school staff have already received their Covid vaccines. The Elizabeth Lee Black School safety plan is available at http://bit.ly/ELBSplan

Special Education Teacher Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Education
  • PA Special Education required
  • SpEd PK-12 preferred or SpEd PK-8 with willingness to obtain special education secondary add-on
  • Eligibility for State Police Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse History Clearance
  • FBI clearance required for individuals who do not meet PA residency requirements

Benefits:
We offer competitive wages, ongoing training and flexible scheduling for both Full- and Part-Time positions. In addition, Full-Time employees receive a generous benefits package which includes:

Medical & Time Off

  • Medical/Dental/Vision with coverage options for spouse and dependents
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Generous PTO plans
  • Company-paid Life Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability available
  • Discounted on-site weekday childcare at our 4-star childcare center (Erie Campus)
  • Employee discounts for select events and services

Bonuses & Opportunities

  • 401(k) and 403(b) Retirement Savings
  • Tenure track that includes an annual wage increase
  • Eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
  • Employee Referral Program with bonuses up to $750
  • Paid training
  • Scholarship Opportunities
  • Tuition discount at Mercyhurst University, Gannon University, Penn State Behrend and Lasalle University to continue your education

Who is Barber National Institute?

The Barber National Institute is a non-profit committed to its mission of providing the highest quality services for children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities or behavioral health challenges and their families. Since our founding in 1952, we have evolved into a multi-faceted organization serving more than 6,200 individuals annually with a wide range of educational, vocational, residential and behavioral health programs.

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We are an affirmative action federal contractor equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact HR. EOE

 

 

Qualified applicants must meet eligibility for PA Child Abuse History and Criminal Record Check.
We are an affirmative action federal contractor equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact HR. EOE