Teacher

Position Title: Teacher Reports to: Lead Teacher Description/Summary of the Position: Performs a full range of targeted and/or general educational assessments and instruction that is strengthbased, needs-based, and team-based.
The teacher is responsible for developing and maintaining networks and collaborations with the clinicians and case managers to improve the availability and quality of formal and informal services to the children.
The teachers are responsible for maintaining a team-based approach between all classrooms.
Principle Responsibilities and Duties: Provide and conduct educational assessments for determining appropriate grade level of the children.
Understand and plan, as the children are often involving neglect, abuse, emotional or behavioral problems, physical/mental disabilities or other health conditions affecting a child's personality, family relationships, child or in-home care arrangements.
Develop long- and short-term educational goals to improve a child's grade level.
Prepare lesson plans, projects, and units coordinated with approved curriculum that meets Flores standards.
Develop person-centered, strength-based classroom environments for the children.
Adapt teaching styles and methods to meet the interests and learning styles of the children.
Creating, assigning, and grading assessments for students to include: tests, quizzes, assignments, essays, and projects.
Maintain up-to-date records of all types and prepare reports and correspondence to team members and caregivers.
Perform other duties as requested by the assigned supervisor and or management.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree (B.
S.
) in education or related major; teaching certificate; or equivalent combination of education and experience EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES Preferred (Ideal Candidate) Bilingual in Spanish is a must.
2+ years’ teaching English as a second language/teaching English to a speakers of other languages certification or other accrediting body preferred.
Experience teaching children.
Classroom management and lesson planning experience Ability to lead others.
Ability to communicate clearly and proactively with students and foster parents.
Fun and creative.
High Energy.
Punctual and reliable.
Possession of a valid State driver's license.
Attainment of at least 21 years of age.
Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask.
Proficiency in general office software including MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook.