High School Science Teacher

Position: High School Science Teacher - Special Education + Signing Bonus

Position Type: Full-Time, Days

Location: Laurel, Maryland

What we do and offer our team:

PHILLIPS PROGRAMS Schools are private special education day schools for children with emotional and behavioral needs. PHILLIPS has a unique approach to special education. Our programs provide a place of relationship and belonging where students can be accepted; treated with compassion and respect. We offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, a place where you can learn and grow as a professional, and a warm and friendly environment that lives our values. In addition, our staff are eligible for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program!   

What the High School Science Teacher does:

In consultation with Assistant Teacher, Behavior Staff, Career Staff, Related Service Staff, parents/guardians and other professionals as appropriate, the Teacher develops and implements individualized education and behavioral programs for each assigned student. In addition, the Teacher:

• Develops Individualized Education Plans for students
• Provides specialized instruction in Science, aligning lessons and activities with students' IEP goals.
• Prepares quarterly report cards and mid-quarter reports, and IEP progress report narratives.
• Maintains good communication with students’ parents/guardians, relevant PHILLIPs staff, and appropriate professionals outside of PHILLIPs.
• Maintains classroom budget, and reports expenditures to supervisor.
• Evaluates students’ current levels of academic and behavioral functioning, and periodically re-evaluates to make program adjustment.
• Selects appropriate instructional materials and strategies based on the curriculum to implement the goals and objectives on the IEP in all required subject areas.
• Organizes classroom furniture and equipment to create a pleasant and effective learning environment.
• Actively supervises students throughout the day to ensure safety, including, but not limited to bus and playground duty.
• Implements individual and group behavior management programs.

What the Special Education Science Teacher brings to the team:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum qualification for a Provisional Certificate in special education at the appropriate level, or content area
• Experience working in special education or a related field preferred

Phillips Programs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.