Special Ed Science Teacher – New Visions Academy – Baltimore, MD

New Visions Academy of Baltimore is seeking a Science Teacher to be responsible for the provision of classroom instruction within a therapeutic atmosphere, coordination of lessons that correlate with students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), maintenance of a high quality learning environment, which meets the needs of emotionally disabled students at the New Visions Academy of Baltimore.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor student learning behavior and adjust delivery of instruction and/or learning activities accordingly
• Encourage active student involvement by utilizing techniques such as signals, rehearsed responses and group discussions through higher level questioning
• Create a classroom atmosphere encouraging positive student behavior through comprehensive use of the Behavior Management Program and adaptive classroom behavior management
• Participate as a member of the treatment team to execute the IEP and for each student; plan and review an individual student’s program in order to maximize the student’s growth and development while at the New Visions Academy
• Act as a consultant providing direction and assistance to staff who work with the student
• Adhere to MENTOR Maryland and New Visions Academy policies and procedures
• Establish and maintain supportive working relationships within both the agency/school and the broader community services network
• Actively participate in staff meetings and training opportunities provided by the Agency
• Supervise assigned Teacher Assistant

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Arts Degree
• 2 years of experience in classroom teaching secondary special education level preferred
• Maryland Professional Special Education certification in 6th – adult
• Hold a valid teaching certificate during your tenure

We have a great work environment and you’ll be surrounded with a strong and supportive team of peers, leaders and colleagues. When you join The MENTOR Network, you’ll make a difference every day and help to provide quality of life enhancing services to individuals across the country.

The health and safety of our employees and of those individuals we serve is of utmost importance to us.

To be sure we extend that concern to our recruitment process, we will be leveraging digital capabilities to meet virtually and continue to recruit top talent at New Visions Academy, a partner of The MENTOR Network. Due to the public health concerns regarding COVID-19, as your application progresses, you will be asked to participate in virtual interviews using one of our digital tools. Our recruitment team will provide further details to assist you in your recruitment journey.

Thank you for your flexibility and understanding as we focus on the safety and well-being of those we serve, as well as one another.

Come join our team of dedicated and caring professionals. Apply Today!

EOE/AAE

Job Type: Full-time

License:

• Special Education 6th – adult (Required)

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off

Work Remotely:

• Temporarily due to COVID-19