Preschool Teacher at Elwyn

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionOverviewPay Range:$57,000 to $84,000 for 10-Month year; Summers are Optional and paid extra if worked.Schedule:8am to 4pm M-FPlease Note that PA Teacher Certification is required, see below for specific detailsJoin a Team That Changes LivesFor more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we’re here to create real change – helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.Now, we’re looking for passionate team members to join us. Here, your work will change lives – including your own. You’ll make an impact every day, find purpose in what you do, and grow in a career that truly matters.At Elwyn, we take care of you while you care for others. We offer:Generous Paid Time OffComprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit PackagesEarned Wage Access/On-Demand PayPaid On-the-Job TrainingTuition ReimbursementCareer Advancement Opportunities and GrowthFlexible SchedulesRetirement Savings PlanJoin us and be a part of something bigger. Apply today.ResponsibilitiesPOSITION SUMMARY: The teacher establishes and maintains a developmentally appropriate preschool classroom that fosters a supportive learning environment for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The teacher provides consultation services to the education team, and assists with the supervision of the educational staff as delegated by the Center Director.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Prepare lesson plans, activities, and therapeutic strategies for use in the classroom as well as follow-up activities parents/caregivers may do to support the child's learning at homeSupervise children at all times ensuring that their health and safety needs are met consistently, as guided by best practices and center policiesIntegrate each child's goals and objectives, as stated in their IEP, into classroom routines and activitiesMaintain and evaluate students through progress monitoring including, but not limited to, classroom observations, data collection, curriculum assessment, and portfolio assessmentConsult and collaborate with parents, team members, school faculty, and other school/funding agencies regarding goal-related actions to support the childDevelop and implement curriculum that fosters independence, self-concept, personality, character, emotional, social, physical, and intellectual development of each childMaintain rapport and communication with parents on a regular basis through parent newsletters, communication logs, and progress reportsDelegate staff to participate in inclusion activitiesPerform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and crisis intervention using agency-trained protocolsPerform other duties as assignedEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood/Special Education; Master's preferredPA School Certification in Early Childhood/Special EducationThree (3) years' experience working with young children with autism spectrum disorderDemonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a teamAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and manage and prioritize multiple, often competing, prioritiesDemonstrated strong attention to detailDemonstrated strong time management and organizational skillsDemonstrated excellent judgment with the ability to independently solve problems and make decisions with little or no need for direct supervisionDemonstrated ability to anticipate future needed changes or identify problem areas and take effective actionsMust be able to perform CPR and crisis intervention using agency-trained protocolsMust possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated basic experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint; Access, Publisher and report-writer experience preferredMust have current, valid driver's license in state of residence, three (3) years driving experience in the United States, and acceptable driving record2025-4047#ZR