Substitute Special Education Teacher

Behavioral Health Allies - Grow, Learn, Live

Find Meaning, Opportunity, and Growth Here: A career at Behavioral Health Allies (BHA) can open the door to a new chapter in your life — filled with meaning, opportunities, and growth. From our flexible scheduling options to our mission and values-based team culture, we offer positions with purpose.

Why Choose BHA?

· Employee-centric culture that prioritizes the well-being and development of its employees

· Comprehensive training and support

· Focus on collaboration and teamwork

· Commitment to growth and opportunities for advancement

· Competitive salary and benefits, including 2P Incentive Plan

· Meaningful service and advocacy work with regional leader in behavioral health

POSITION SUMMARY: This position is primarily responsible for creating and delivering academic instruction to students at Behavioral Health Allies (BHA) Academy in their respective hall or classroom under the direction of a Licensed Special Education Teacher. 

In addition to demonstrating the company’s Core Competencies applicable to all positions, the Certified Special Education Substitute Teacher is responsible for the following Professional Skills Competencies: 

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SCHEDULE

Mon-Fri, 8a-4p

This is an onsite position.

FULL-TIME BENEFITS

· Medical/Dental/Vision

· OnDemand Pay (get your pay when you need it)

· Health Savings Account (HSA)/Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

· Short/Long Term Disability

· 401K matching

· Additional $100 wellness benefit on top of your regular pay after 90 days!

· Referral bonus and more!

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in a related field or related experience and completion of a DESE Approved Training Program.

Missouri Substitute Teacher’s Certificate required.

1 year experience working as a substitute teacher is preferred.

2 years’ experience working with children with autism, developmental delays, and maladaptive behaviors preferred. 

Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (i.e. Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).

Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize work. 

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work independently as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Demonstrates taking initiative, anticipating needs, and exercising independent/sound judgment. 

Ability to demonstrate fiscal responsibility. 

INSTRUCTIONAL PLANNING AND DELIVERY

1. Assist with instruction and accommodations as outlined within an existing IEP.
2. Utilize various instructional strategies and resources to engage students and accommodate different learning styles under the direction of the certified teacher.
3. Employ special education strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory, perceptual, motor skills, language, cognition, and memory.
4. Assist in delivering modified curriculum as directed by the Special Education Teacher.
5. Implement accommodations and modifications already outlined in a student’s IEP.
6. Support differentiated instruction under the teacher’s guidance.
7. Instruct students in academic subjects using a variety of techniques.
8. Implement lesson plans developed by  the Special Education Teacher.
9. Assist in delivering small-group or one-on-one instruction.
10. Reinforce skills and concepts  previously taught by the certified teacher.
11. Utilize instructional materials and resources prepared by the teacher
12. Provide coaching and modeling on all academic programming to paraeducators.
13. Assist in the collection of data.
14. Review the collected data in  cooperation with a licensed special education teacher and implement potential modifications to the goals and educational delivery of the goals.
15. Assist in the creation of materials  that correlate with the IEP goals and instruction that the licensed teacher has created.

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

1. Support positive behavior strategies outlined in students' Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
2. Implement behavior management strategies in alignment with students’ IEPs to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.
3. Help maintain a structured and supportive learning environment.
4. Implement classroom routines and procedures.
5. Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes learning and respect for all students.
6. Foster social and emotional development through effective classroom management techniques, utilizing the principles and philosophy of Applied Behavior Analysis and evidence-based practices.
7. Provide students with direct and indirect instructional support in a positive environment.

COLLABORATION AND TEAMWORK

1. Work closely with management, therapists, clinical staff, and support staff to meet student needs.
2. Attend meetings and training sessions related to special education as deemed appropriate by the Director of Vice President.
3. Work with paraprofessionals and support staff to ensure student needs are met.
4. Communicate observations about student progress or concerns to the Special Education Teacher.
5. Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and IEP details

MANAGEMENT/LEADERSHIP

1. Serve as a      role model to establish and foster a positive culture based on trust, respect, collaboration, and integrity. 

COMPLIANCE AND DOCUMENTATION

1. Ensure that the IEP is followed and implemented as written by the certified special education teacher.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

1. Engage in reflective practice to continuously improve teaching strategies and student outcomes.
2. Collaborate with colleagues to share resources, strategies, and ideas for effective special education instruction.

OTHER DUTIES

1. Perform other duties and special projects to support various organizational initiatives as assigned.
2. Responsible, either directly or indirectly, for filing all expense reports according to company policy.
3. Directly or indirectly responsible for completing time reports on or before the defined due date. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: General note: When moving residents or other heavy items, please make sure to ask for assistance if the task you are trying to complete requires more than one person. Please consult with your HR team for a full definition of any terms used below..

Seldom (1–5%): Balancing, crawling, pinching.

Occasionally (6-33%):  Reaching, standing, walking, talking. Sedentary to light work: Exerting 10-20 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Frequently (34-66%): Climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, repetitive motion. Medium to heavy work: Exerting 50-100+ lbs. occasionally and/or in excess of 50 lbs. of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. 

Continuously (67-100%): Hearing and visual acuity required for the position (including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus). If required by position “driver status”, the employee must maintain visual acuity adequate to operate a motor vehicle.  Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents, including the ability to speak, hear, and observe students to assess their needs and progress.

Machines, Tool and Equipment:

Seldom (1 –5%): Hardware tools, shower

Occasionally (6-33%): Cooking tools, cleaning tools, and automobile (driver status only).

Frequently (34-66%): Computer, copier, fax, calculator, writing instrument and telephone.

Continuously (67-100%): Frequent use of hands and fingers for handling, reaching, and manipulating objects, tools, or controls. Ability to operate standard classroom equipment such as computers, projectors, and other instructional tools.

WORKING CONDITIONS: This position is performed primarily indoors at the administrative office.

Work is typically performed in a school environment, which may involve exposure to moderate noise levels, potential exposure to bodily fluids, and other conditions associated with working closely with children. 

ACCESS TO PHI/CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION: The Substitute Special Education Teacher will have access to Protected Health Information (PHI) and confidential information, including financial information, employee relations information, etc.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT: Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment based on their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination based on their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted so as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America.

ADA STATEMENT: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential job duty. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

ACCOUNTABILITY/IMPACT (Degree of answerability for actions, consequences of errors in judgment, and legal liabilities): Errors in judgment or mistakes could cost the organization loss of revenue, loss of clients, and/or negatively impact KCBHH’s reputation.

CORE COMPETENCIES

1. Integrity and Professionalism: Operates with professionalism and integrity in all aspects of role, including interactions with coworkers, clients, and external contacts. Communicates in an open, honest, respectful, and consistent way. Demonstrates humility, sharing recognition and fault equally. Treats all employees as equal contributors.

2. Collaboration and Teamwork: Works cooperatively to achieve common goals by establishing and maintaining productive working relationships, sharing knowledge, and building consensus. Shows willingness to understand, respect, and support alternative perspectives, opinions, and ideas. Willingly contribute to other teams as Subject Matter Experts and shares knowledge with others. Recognizes the contributions of others and gives credit when credit is due.

3. Client/Customer Focus: Establishes and nurtures strong, sustainable, and collaborative relationships with clients, both internal and external. Actively seeks to understand and exceed internal/external client needs. Seeks and uses input and feedback to strengthen internal/external customer relationships and improve outcomes. Engages the internal/external customer as a partner in delivering service.

4. Innovation and Initiative: Voluntarily looks for better ways to get things done and/or generate new ideas; acts on own without waiting for direction. Shows interest in learning new skills and performing new tasks. Sees beyond the “tried and true”; avoids staying a comfort zone. Identifies ways to incorporate new practices into existing framework.

5. Adaptability: Responds positively to changing circumstances by altering behavior to better fit different situations. Willing makes appropriate changes in work methods/processes. Overcomes obstacles to achieve results. Adjusts timelines, results, and expectations appropriate to changing needs.

6. Accountability: Takes responsibility for all work activities and personal actions. Respects confidentiality – appropriately handles confidential information. Meets or exceeds agreed upon expectations; follows through on commitments. Accepts responsibility for positive and negative outcomes of work.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT 

1. Required company trainings.

2. Trainings deemed necessary by supervisor.