School Teacher: Gerson School

Cleveland, OH

Full Time

Experienced

BENEFITS
At Applewood, we prioritize our employees and their wellbeing. We provide competitive benefit options to our employees and their families, including domestic partners and pets.

Our offerings include:

Comprehensive health and Rx plans, including a flat rate option
Wellness program including free preventative care
Generous paid time off, including summers and school holidays
100% paid parental leave for childbirth and adoption
50% tuition reduction at Case Western Reserve University for the MNO and MSW programs
403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
Pet insurance
Employer paid life insurance and long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Support for continuing education and credential renewal
Ancillary benefits including: dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness
Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field required.
Licensure: Valid Ohio Teaching Certificate or Non-Tax license with expertise in assigned area
Experience: Previous experience in a special education environment preferred.
Other: A valid driver's license with approved driving record(less than 6 points), personal transportation and insurance, if required to drive on behalf of the agency

JOB SUMMARY
The Gerson School Teacher plans and teaches up to six (6) classes per day, during the school year in a special education setting. In addition to the classroom teaching, the Teacher’s duties include maintaining direct contact with students, parents/guardians, mental health professionals and home school district representatives. The Teacher is also responsible for maintaining detailed student records in compliance with the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Plan and teach assigned classes as assigned by Principal.
Advise, mentor, guide assigned students as outlined in position summary.
Communicate with parents/guardians, mental health professionals, and home school districts with consistent updates regarding students’ progress or issues that arise.
Extend and support therapeutic ideals and goals of the Applewood Educational Services.
Collect data on academic, social and behavioral goals as indicated by Intervention Specialists and/or Principal.
Substitute for absent staff as needed.
Cooperate with the educational team regarding planning, decisions and execution of IEP's made in conjunction with the student's home district representative.
Complete Progress Reports and other required documentation in a timely manner.
Keep all required trainings, certifications and licensure current in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.

OTHER DUTIES:

Attend scheduled staff meetings, supervision, and on-going training.
All required trainings, certifications and licensure must be kept current in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere to Agency policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned by management.

Applewood Centers, Inc. (“Applewood”) is a private, nonprofit agency providing mental health services, social services and education to children, adolescents and families living in Cuyahoga and Lorain counties. Dedicated to addressing a variety of behavioral, emotional and learning problems, we provide a continuum of care from outpatient counseling to residential treatment. Applewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applewood’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applewood also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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