Substitute Teacher, Long-Term

Chancelight Behavioral Health, Therapy And Education - Jacksonville, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Jacksonville, FL

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Teacher to join our dynamic team. This role is essential in providing meaningful educational experiences for students with developmental disabilities. As a Long-Term Substitute Teacher, you will be responsible for implementing instructional practices and strategies that align with ChanceLight policies, ensuring that each student's individual needs are met. You will take charge in the absence of the regular classroom teacher, implementing curriculum, classroom schedules, and lessons that cater to the diverse physical, emotional, and educational levels of development of each student. This position is not just about teaching; it’s about fostering an environment where students can thrive and achieve their potential. In this role, you will develop daily lesson plans that reflect state and school requirements, deliver instruction using various curriculum materials and educational software, and collaborate with fellow teachers and support staff to provide instructional support. You will also be responsible for maintaining standards for student behavior, ensuring a safe and effective learning environment, and keeping regular contact with students' parents or guardians to discuss their progress and any challenges they may face. Your ability to assess student progress through data collection and maintain a positive role model image will be crucial in this position. This role operates under the guidance of the Center Director, who will provide oversight and support in carrying out your essential duties. You will be part of a culture that values innovation, encourages creative expression, and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction. If you are someone who thrives in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment and possesses a problem-solving mindset, this position is for you!

Responsibilities

• Developing daily lesson plans and classroom schedules that reflect state and school requirements.
• Delivering instruction and overseeing classroom activities through the use of curriculum materials and educational software.
• Collaborating with fellow teachers and other support staff to provide instructional support and approved modifications to the curriculum.
• Implementing standards for student behavior to ensure a safe and effective learning environment.
• Maintaining a firm, fair, and consistent approach to instruction utilizing a high degree of structure and clear expectations.
• Maintaining regular contact with students' parents/guardians to inform them of student progress and any changes that may affect school performance.
• Actively participating in team meetings to address specific student and parent concerns.
• Assessing student progress through consistent review of classroom data collection and recording systems.
• Keeping up to date with research-based practices and developments in subject area, resources, and professional development.
• Projecting a positive role model image for students and responding constructively to feedback.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree; preferably in education, social work, vocational rehabilitation, or a closely related field.
• Meet all state substitute teaching credential and/or licensing requirements.
• Minimum of two years' prior experience working with students with developmental disabilities and challenging behaviors.
• Minimum of one year prior experience working with databases and/or spreadsheets.
• Prior experience working in a special education and/or classroom setting preferred.
• Solid motivational skills and willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and new initiatives.
• Proven ability to effectively prioritize tasks and meet deadlines while maintaining organization and attention to detail.
• Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
• Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.

Nice-to-haves

• Special Education
• Emotional Disturbance
• Multiple Disabilities
• Crisis Intervention
• Positive Behavior Intervention and Support
• Personalized Instruction
• Curriculum Development
• Classroom Management
• Office/Administrative Skills
• Interpersonal Skills

Benefits

• Health savings account
• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Employee discount
• Pet insurance