GCCN0257027-0070
2023-01-30T00:00:00
2023-03-05T00:00:00
Get to know us: For over 75 years, Green Chimneys a multi-faceted nonprofit organization is helping young people to maximize their full potential by providing residential, educational, clinical, and recreational services, in a safe and supportive environment that nurtures connections with their families, the community, animals, and nature.Culture: Green Chimneys has built its success through valuing diversity in our workforce and clientele. Our programs are developed to recognize, respect, and respond to the unique, culturally defined needs of persons and families within our service population. We strive to create an inclusive, respectful and equitable environment in order to serve our diverse clients with culturally sensitive services. Mission: We strive to give our clients support, resources, and the ability to heal through the work of animal-assisted therapy and nature-based learning all while developing the skills and confidence to grow into independent young adults.Role Overview: Green Chimneys is hiring in our Education department! Green Chimneys School offers a fully integrated approach that includes a complete staff of educators, clinicians, social workers, therapists, farm and wildlife experts, and outdoor specialists who are trained in social skills development, behavior management techniques to assist students in self-regulation skills, and crisis prevention and intervention. The Middle School Teacher is responsible for teaching a self-contained class during a 12 month school year. Specific duties and responsibilities include ensure that students receive related services and accommodations as outlined in the I.E.P.; participate in all meetings as required and school activities, as described by program calendar including but not limited to: Parent/Teacher Conferences, open house, staff meetings, CSE meetings, Red Flag Reviews, etc. In your classroom, you'll be leading 12 students, and 2 Teacher's Assistant to provide additional supports.What you bring to Green Chimneys:Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s in Education preferred. Prior field placement in special education preferred.Licensure/Certification: NYSED Certification in appropriate area. Will consider uncertified candidates who are actively in or willing to go back to school for teaching and have experience with classroom management and teaching.Starting Salary: $44,850 - $51,750 depending on certification(s).
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Green Chimneys
Lower Hudson Valley
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