This position is an adjunct position, Mon-Thurs from 4:00 - 7:00 and an occasional weekend

General Purpose:

Greenleaf Neurodiversity Community School, a non-profit of Easter Seals Lonestar and affiliate of the Fedcap Group, encourages and empowers individuals with neurodiversity, such as autism, through education and employment in the skilled trades. Currently, Greenleaf is seeking a part-time Enrichment Teacher to join the team.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

To carry out professional duties and to have responsibility for assigned groups of students. 

To be responsible for the day-to-day work and management of the group, along with the safety and welfare of students during on-site and off-site activities.

To promote the aims and objectives of the school and maintain its philosophy towards young adults with neurodiversity such as autism.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervising and assisting students: Ensuring a supportive and stimulating environment conducive to learning

Exhibits proficiency and enthusiasm for the assigned area of expertise and classes

Developing and implementing enrichment programs: Tailoring activities to meet the needs of high-achieving learners, promoting thinking, problem solving and social skills.

Prepares and develops activities, materials, and lessons to meet the learning objectives (skills and content) of the curriculum and standards

Develops and maintains a well-managed classroom where 100% of the students are engaged, consistently challenged, and supported. Classroom policies should be consistent with school policies

Creating a positive learning environment: Fostering creativity and self confidence in students

Always keeps classroom clean, neat and presentable

Engages families into their student’s education and communicates regularly and effectively with students and families

Effectively utilizes best practices in teaching those with neurodiversity

Assists in the ongoing development of Greenleaf’s curriculum and core performance standards

Provides monthly units of study for review by the Head of School

Informs colleagues and Head of School of any academic, behavioral, or personal difficulties that arise with students

Reinforces the school’s core values and policies inside and outside of the classroom

Participates in professional development sessions

Devotes the necessary time and energy required to master the craft of teaching

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

H.S Diploma required

Experience with, or studying to be a teacher, social worker or psychology is preferred

Experience with individualized and differentiated instruction and those with autism or intellectual/developmental disabilities

Ability to demonstrate relentless drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of school

EOE