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Vectrus Teacher Special Education in Marshall Islands
Overview
This position is physically located in the Marshall Islands in support of LOGCAP
Special education is provided to students with identified learning, behavior, and/or physical disabilities at all levels. Students spend the majority of their day in specially designed instruction; either in special education classrooms, (to a maximum of 20% of the day), the general education classrooms, or some combination, depending on the particular student’s needs. S pecial Education teachers are dedicated to helping all students achieve success. Individuals must be dedicated to:
Working in a collaborative environment.
Seeking opportunities for continuous personal and professional growth.
Participating in a dynamic partnership of students, parents, staff, and community.
Additionally, teachers should be committed to the following educational concepts:
Curriculum integration.
Classrooms based on a continuous progress model.
Multiple instructional delivery methods to meet a diversity of student needs.
Interdisciplinary teaming for planning, teaching, assessment, evaluation, and accountability.
Appropriate and effective classroom assessment strategies.
Technology as an instructional tool.
Responsibilities
This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.
The Special Ed Teacher is responsible for implementing the school’s instructional program for Grades K through 12.
Maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning while teaching assigned subject or class according to adopted curricula and standards.
Establishes a daily lesson plan following curriculum guidelines and adopted standards; prepares necessary materials; implements plan.
Maintains student discipline and fosters positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Utilizes motivational tools and information technology to stimulate students.
Maintains communication concerning individual progress with parents and school administration.
Develops and implements IEP’s as required.
Annually, at a minimum, update classroom teachers of the IEP requirements and/or changes
Contributes to curriculum development and revision.
Corrects assignments and evaluates student progress in timely fashion.
Must participate in professional development activities as necessary to maintain licensure.
Instruction in the classroom will be commensurate with the school’s stated philosophy, objectives and purposes.
Cognizant of all rules and regulations in school handbooks.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Human relation skills of the highest order are required to meet the needs of a diverse population.
Requires initiative, perception and a broad knowledge of human behavior to understand the learning style of the individual students.
Requires solid pedagogy in educational planning, instructional delivery, classroom management, and assessment.
Requires knowledge and understanding of technology skills students grades K-12 need to develop.
Requires general knowledge and understanding of computers and software used in the school and/or ability to learn quickly.
Understands safety requirements for students using online services.
Position requires moderate lifting and bending.
Required to monitor students indoors and sometimes outdoors in a hot and humid climate.
Ability to keep up with children ages 5-12 years of age on a playground.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
Zero (0) to two (2) years’ experience teaching in an accredited school system.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a related discipline.
Current teacher certification in one of the 50 United States for grade level or subject area.
Must have ability to obtain and maintain a Child Care National Agency Check (CNACI) clearance requiring US Citizenship or Permanent Residency.
Must have ability to obtain passport or Current Passport must have at least nine (9) months validity prior to expiration.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience of three (3) years teaching in an accredited school system preferred
Additional endorsement to augment major certification area is desired.
Working Conditions:
The worker is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
Physical Requirements:
Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Work may require heavy lifting, stooping, climbing, prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, and working with or in areas where a potential could exist for exposure to physical, chemical, or biological agents.
Employee use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for some situations. PPE includes, but is not limited to, head, foot, torso, respiratory, vision, and hearing protective devices.
Must comply with all Fire and Safety Regulations and post policies.
We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.