Cheerful Helpers Child and Family Study Center is seeking a Special Education Kindergarten - 1st grade Teacher to work with children with developmental delays, social-emotional difficulties, learning differences, sensory processing disorders and high functioning ASD. Our therapeutic preschool - 1st grade offers small classes with 6-9 children and a 1:2 staff:student ratio. We use the Common Core Curriculum enhanced by an emphasis on social-emotional development, together with art, music, movement and yoga. Parents are highly motivated and involved in the program. This is a chance to do meaningful work in a long established and stable organization with a highly trained and experienced multi-disciplinary and supportive team. It is a great opportunity for personal and professional growth.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Masters Degree In Special Education, Social Work, Marriage And Family Counseling and/or Psychology Preferred
- Exceptional Communication Skills: Verbal And Written
- CA Special Education Credential. Mild To Moderate With Autism Authorization or Enrollment In Intern Credential Program
- Experience Working With Families And Children With Developmental Challenges
- Outstanding Team And Work Ethic
- Live Scan Fingerprint And Tb Clearances
Duties:
- Assessment And Comprehensive Planning For Young Children With Social, Emotional, Communication and/or Learning Disorders, Including High Functioning ASD
- Provide Individual And Group Educational Interventions As Part Of A Clinical And Educational Multidisciplinary Collaborative Treatment Team
- Develop And Implement Classroom Curriculum To Meet Group And Individual Educational, Social, And Emotional Needs
- Meet With Parents And Family Therapist 3x Yearly To Review Student Progress/Goals
- Write IEP Goals, Progress Reports And Participate In IEP Meetings As Required By School District Contracts
- Help To Maintain A Safe Therapeutic And Learning Environment For Children, Their Families, Staff, Interns And Trainees
- Demonstrate Initiative And Flexibility In Meeting The Needs Of Our Growing Program
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $63,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Special Education Certification (Required)
- Teaching Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person