Special Education Teacher Severe / Moderate Disabilities (Satellite Program)

Job Description

Job Description

CAPS Collaborative is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic special education / vocational teacher to provide not only vocational training but also essential life skills and enriching community experiences. Creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment is crucial to this role that empowers each student to thrive both personally and professionally. Vocational and ABA programming experience preferred. This specialized classroom is located in a public school setting with a strong vocational / community component. The applicant will work closely with related service providers and support programming individualized to each student's needs .Integrating life skills training with a focus on critical areas such as communication, financial literacy, self care, and problem solving will be the fundamental building blocks as you prepare your students for greater independence and success in everyday life. In this role you will actively seek out and cultivate partnerships with local businesses and organizations to provide students with hands on learning experiences and job opportunities.

About us :

CAPS Collaborative will work in partnership with districts to provide programs and services of the highest quality. To provide these services, we adhere to the following values :

• To commit every aspect of the organization to providing exceptional educational opportunities for students.
• To demonstrate quality and responsiveness by becoming the first choice of districts for programs and services.
• To be a customer-focused organization that constantly evaluates district needs.
• To integrate quality, integrity, respect, and teamwork into every aspect of the organization.
• To demonstrate accountability through constantly evaluating results and progress toward goals.
• To implement programs and services in the most cost-effective manner and to exercise due diligence in financial decision making.
• We will work in partnership with districts to ensure that students transition to the least restrictive environment in their home school district.

About the role :

To coordinate, develop, and execute developmentally appropriate individual learning programs and educational services that will contribute to students' academic, social, and emotional growth, as well as the student's health and well being.

Responsibilities :

Provide instruction to students in a variety of positioning equipment, placing students from standing to floor levels (Standers, bolsters, wedges, sidelyers, therapy balls, Tumbleforms, etc.)

0-20 pounds, constantly

20-50 / 60,1 man lift

20-200 pounds (1-2 person required dependent on exact weight and angle of incline)

Candidate requirements :

Physical Requirements :