Vocational Teacher

Vocational Teacher: Jacksonville School for Autism is seeking an experienced Vocational teacher who is skilled in working with students with complex communication and behavioral disorders ages 13+ in the Supportive Transition Enrichment Program- (STEP.) STEP students vary in age from 13-35. Students participate in on-site, community outreach, volunteer and Vocational Rehab (VR). Educational Preferences: • Experience in Special Education Preferred • Experience in Vocational Rehab Preferred • Bachelor's in Special Education Preferred Required Skills & Experience: • Able to pass a Level 2 Background Screening, including arrests and charges. • Experience in working with individuals with disabilities. • Experience with young adults and adults with disabilities. • Ability to interact well with children, parents and other professionals. • Ability to work well independently and collaborate with a team. • Ability to communicate written and verbally with a multidisciplinary team. • Ability to accept feedback and implement recommendations from feedback. Other Job requirements: • No prior criminal history and have a valid license to drive and proof of valid insurance. • Proficient in using Google Suite • Physical ability to run, jump, get on/off the floor, bend and push/pull 75 pounds (e.g., move school tables/training materials) and lift/support 25 pounds of weight (e.g., client). Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree or Higher preferred • At least 3 years experience working in special education or related field • Ability to interact well with children, parents and other professionals • Acceptance of philosophy and goals of JSA • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Team oriented with an ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams. • (ABA Therapists/Speech/OT/Administration/Families). • Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. • Must have current and valid automobile insurance if transporting students. • Pass a level 2 criminal background check. • Physical ability to run, jump, get on/off the floor, bend and help carry and transport students in times of Aggression/SIB Behavior. Push/pull 75 pounds (e.g., move school tables/training materials) and lift/support 25 pounds of weight (e.g., client). • All employees and agents have an affirmative duty to report all actual or suspected cases of child abuse, abandonment, or neglect in accordance with the Mandated Reporting policy. • Acquire CPR/BLS Certification and NPI number prior to employment at JSA. Teacher Job Description: • Maintains professionalism within the school and community settings. • Observes and records a child's progress towards Individualized Education Plan. • Maintains documentation of student progress and communicates needs. • Communicates with the family and other agency personnel using a one voice policy. • Communicates and coordinates with other therapist(s) and supervisory staff as appropriate. • Participates in in-service training programs to enhance skills in academic, behavioral and child development applicable to the JSA client population. • Understands and adheres to established JSA policies and procedures. • With direction from the Education Director instructs family/significant others in understanding student progress • With direction from the Education Director, updates students' Individualized Education Plan to reflect current data and attainable goals. • Participates in current student’s team meetings. • Follows recommendations outlined by the Education Director • Attends required staff meetings. • Completes home notes via e-mail daily to caregivers and JSA team by 4:00 pm. • Checks email at least two times a day (before 9:00 a.m. and after 3:00 p.m.) • Observes confidentiality and safeguards all student related information per JSA HIPAA training. • Immediately reports any patient incidents/variances or complaints to supervisory staff. • Maintains current CPR and BLS certification. • Maintains current PCM certification (if applicable). Performs other duties as assigned by Leadership and/or supervisory staff. • Create and deliver lesson plans that teach functional academics, daily living skills, and job readiness through hands-on, real-world experiences. • Adapt instruction to meet diverse student needs and support successful transition to adult life. Pay/Benefits • Salary based on 10 months with 5 week additional summer employment paid hourly. • Competitive employee compensation including 5 weeks paid holidays & personal paid time off • School based work environment • Full Health Benefits Package (Health/Dental/Vision/401K/Life) • Professional Training & Development • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program • Professional development opportunities, including company paid in-house individualized leadership opportunities • Team oriented work environment, including company-sponsored social events Job Type: Full-time Salary: Based on experience FSLA Status: Exempt position Benefits available for full-time employees only: • 401(k) & matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Health insurance • Life insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Paid time off • Professional development assistance Work Location: One location Contact Information: • Information on our organization can be obtained through our website www.JSAKIDS.org • Office: 904.732.4343 Benefit Conditions: • Only full-time employees eligible Work Remotely • No JSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, age or covered veteran status. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Professional development assistance • Retirement plan • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance Physical Setting: • Private school Schedule: • Monday to Friday Work Location: In person