Associate Teacher

Steps Educational Group is committed to providing a nurturing and engaging learning environment for both our students and staff. We thrive on dedicated and passionate employees to play a vital role in shaping the future of our students and contributing to the success of our organization. We believe in continuous growth and development, and we are here to support staff in their professional journey.

As an Associate Teacher, you will share the functions of the teaching faculty. This position provides support to the Intervention Specialists (IS) in developing instructional course materials. Most importantly, an Associate Teacher will provide positive learning and guidance techniques to the students.

Essential Accountabilities

• Proactively communicate with the supervisor/team to problem solve concerns or questions.
• Attend meetings as directed by the IS.
• Collaborate with the team on development of plans and classroom activities weekly.
• Collaborate with classroom staff and IS to develop upcoming IEPs.
• Assure consistency among staff through observations and check-ins.
• Supervise students in his/her care at all times.
• Collect data weekly as assigned by IS and related services personnel.
• Meet with the IS and the classroom team weekly to discuss student progress and skill acquisition.
• Meet the individual needs of students by individualizing instruction within the classroom environment.
• Prepare materials and implement lesson plans as directed by the IS/Content Teacher.
• Run assessments under the supervision of classroom IS as needed.
• Integrate technology.
• Complete daily communication log for students with input from IS and related services personnel.
• Follow student behavior intervention plans and collect data accordingly.
• Show evidence of a positive learning environment through classroom support and strategies and implementing a variety of teaching methods.
• Assist and encourage students in developing their academic and social potential.
• Ensure the safety of students by accompanying them across learning settings during the school day or school activities as assigned.
• Carry out all policies and procedures in a professional manner as outlined in STEPS policies and procedures manual.
• Contribute to the cleanliness and maintenance of the assigned classroom including organizing materials and teaching stimuli, sterilizing toys and surface areas, placing trash in designated areas to be collected, and other daily needs to ensure a clean learning environment.
• Attend professional in-services in areas related to job responsibilities.
• Share information/expertise with colleagues.
• Read current information in professional publications to remain abreast of educational research.
• Ensure STEPS Educational Group confidentiality agreement for students is maintained.
• Teach and act in accordance with the objectives and policies of the Academy as directed by your supervisor.
• Meet all deadlines for turning in paperwork (including but not limited to IEP data, behavior data, notebook checks, field trip paperwork, quarterly progress reports, service records, time sheets etc.).
• Complete paperwork in a neat and legible manner.
• Complete all required training.
• Maintain integrity of STEPS Educational Group Model.
• Complete other related tasks and duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Preferred Experience working with children with special needs.
• Preferred knowledge of classroom policies and procedures.
• Completion of criminal background check.
• Outstanding communication skills.
• Strong people skills and affinity for children.
• Excellent observation and analytical skills.
• Must possess strong time management skills, organizational skills.
• Must obtain an Aide's License through the Ohio Department of Education.STEPS will assist with the cost.
• May be required to transport students in a STEPS company vehicle. Valid Driver's License required.

Physical Demands

Position can require or involve some degree of physical interaction with students who have difficulty controlling physical behavior. Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer and other office equipment. Must occasionally lift, move and/or support up to 50 pounds (and/or up to adult size body weight with two to three-person lift).

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.