TeacherGrafton Integrated Health NetworkGrafton Integrated Health Network is a private, nonprofit organization that provides a full continuum of services to people with emotional, behavioral or developmental challenges. As an industry leader in behavioral healthcare, we empower individuals to lead life to their full potential. Our organization follows a data-driven, trauma-informed model to help our staff to develop successful plans of care and our clients to thrive in a variety of settings.Grafton emphasizes a person-centered approach which embraces the preferences, goals and choices of the individuals we serve.This position plans and implements academic lessons, activities and plans for students in an assigned program. Assesses student's academic abilities and educational needs; develops goals and objectives for the academic portion of the student's IEPs. Develops, plans and implements lesson plans that meet identified goals and which incorporate student behavioral characteristics and communication abilities. Documents and evaluates student progress. Leads the work of Instructional Assistants who assist with the planning and implementation of daily lesson plans. Reports to the Assistant Education Administrator.Key Responsibilities:Manages the daily operations of the classroom which involves ensuring a safe and supportive environment of students and staff. Manages student behaviors within the classroom or other instructional settings.Assesses student academic abilities and needs and identifies related goals and objectives. Works with parents and other program staff which comprise a student's treatment team to develop a comprehensive IEP for each student. Develops lesson plans and activities which will teach and reinforce desired behaviors and targeted academic principles. Participates in treatment team meetings to discuss client needs, issues, progress, IEP modifications, etc.Evaluates the effectiveness of provided academic lessons and teaching approaches and techniques and incorporates changes as necessary to ensure maximum benefit to the student. Reviews and evaluates student's work.Documents and reports on student progress with regard to academic goals; and consults with other members of the student treatment teams to share information, observations, etc regarding student progress and behaviors.Leads the work of academic support staff assigned to the class room. Oversees their implementation of identified lesson plans, and consults with support staff regarding observations and suggestions for student goals. Ensures appropriate documentation for progress reports, and daily data sheets. Provides guidance and assistance as needed.Implements crisis intervention strategies as needed. Documents and reports all incidents in accordance with policies and procedures.Responds to inquiries from agencies, parents and/or guardians regarding student progress, goals, lessons, etc.Qualifications:Must be 21 years of ageRequires a bachelors or masters degree in special education or a related fieldRequires valid Virginia teaching licenseEndorsement in General Curriculum K-12 and/or old endorsements ED/BD, LD, or IDPrefer 1 year of experience teaching students with special education needsPreferred endorsements in one or more general curriculum areas such as English, Mathematics, Science, History/Social ScienceValid driver's license with an acceptable driving recordExcellent written and verbal communication skillsKnowledge of basic computer skillsTeam playerBenefits:Health, dental, and life insurance401k retirement plan with company matchGenerous paid time off planTuition reimbursementOpportunities for supervision, continuing education and career growthGrafton is an equal opportunity employer and tobacco free workplace.