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Posted: 01-Apr-22
Location: Dallas, Texas
Type: Full Time
Required Education: 4 Year Degree
Categories:
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June Shelton School & Evaluation Center enjoys the distinction of being the world’s largest independent school for bright children with learning differences. Founded in 1976, Shelton is dedicated to making a difference by serving and empowering the lives of students who learn differently. While the school is clearly the centerpiece of its mission, Shelton is more than a school. It encompasses three other major components, all open to the community—a speech and language therapy program, an evaluation center, and a teacher-training program. Shelton is actively involved with research and collaborates with major medical institutions in the Dallas area, including Children’s Medical Center and UT Southwestern Medical Center. The Shelton School is a co-educational, non-sectarian school that serves approximately 900 students with learning differences in grades EC to 12. The Shelton School is accredited by Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS).
Position Overview
Serve as advisor, teacher, and guide of students in the Upper School division (9th-12th) classroom. Supervise students at all times. Perform other duties as assigned by the Upper School administration. Demonstrate competent knowledge in subject matter.
Primary Responsibilities
- Attendance and punctuality are essential to the successful performance of this job. Because of the daily interaction with students and colleagues, it is essential that the person in this position maintains good attendance.
- Plan lessons and materials to implement curriculum as outlined in the curriculum guide and support new curricular programs.
- Utilize effective instructional skills based on analysis of diagnostic testing and incorporating appropriate modifications and accommodations.
- Provide an effective learning environment and clear classroom structure by adhering to all classroom structure and management guidelines as outlined in the staff handbook.
- Maintain accurate records and complete all reports thoroughly and in a timely manner, adhering to the procedures outlined in the staff handbook.
- Communicate with students in a professional, calm, and supportive manner and serve as a student advocate.
- Work as an effective team member with other faculty, new teachers, and non-teaching staff.
- Demonstrate effective written communication skills with parents and colleagues.
- Demonstrate effective verbal communication skills with parents and colleagues.
- Fulfill other professional responsibilities as assigned. If assigned as an advisor, adhere to advisory procedures as outlined in the staff handbook. If serving as department chair, complete required department chair responsibilities.
- Complete the required professional development hours annually by attending staff development/in-service programs and other training that will impact student learning and/or lead to an advanced degree.
- Support the mission of the Shelton School by promoting the school in a positive manner and facilitating a sense of Shelton community.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
The above list consists of the essential functions of the job, but is not a complete list of all responsibilities and expectations.
Shelton is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Special Education. If the degree is in a related area, the teacher must have a minimum of twelve credit hours in Education.
- Master’s degree and/or Montessori training are preferred.
- Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT) or Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency
- (CALP) certification preferred.
- Experience and knowledge educating children with learning differences is preferred.
- Must have basic computer skills and technology including Microsoft Office Suite.
- Must have a positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 10 pounds