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ESE Certified Teacher at South Florida Autism Charter Schools

South Florida Autism Charter Schools No longer available $50,050+/year

Job Description

SFACS is hiring ESE Certified Teachers for the 2025-26 school year. The position offers a starting salary of $50,050, with a schedule from 7:15 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. and a 10-month contract. The school provides education and therapeutic services to individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders, utilizing methodologies based on B.F. Skinner's Theory of Applied Behavioral Analysis. The role requires a valid teaching certificate and specific endorsements, with support provided for obtaining necessary certifications. Responsibilities
  • Plans curriculum and prepares instructional objectives, lessons, and other instructional materials according to performance levels and special educational needs of students
  • Lectures and demonstrates using technological and audiovisual teaching aids, employing various teaching techniques
  • Prepares and administers tests, observes students, and writes student anecdotal and behavioral observations to evaluate student progress
  • Assigns lessons, assesses students' progress, and prepares and assigns homework
  • Teaches rules of conduct and maintains discipline and order in the classroom and outside
  • Counsels students when adjustment and academic problems arise
  • Prepares reports on progress of students and communicates with parents regarding student progress
  • Meets and consults with parents, administrators, and others to develop individual educational plans for students
  • Administers and interprets results of ability and achievement tests
  • Maintains the operation of students' assistive learning devices
Requirements
  • Background Check
Benefits
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
Salary: $50,050.00 per year

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