Float Teacher

Perkins helps children with disabilities find their place in the world. An international NGO, we are committed to delivering best-in-class education to children, providing immersive training and support to professionals and families, advocating for inclusion, and accelerating innovation for people with disabilities. At Perkins, we think courageously, act collaboratively, and we own our work. Join a supportive community committed to growth where your work makes a difference.

Job Responsibilities

As our Float Teacher, you will provide instructional services for students with multiple disabilities including visual impairment and evaluate students as required. You will adhere to the curriculum and lesson plans assigned by the classroom teacher. You will also oversee the normal classroom rhythms and activities, including providing support and direction for teaching assistants. As the Teacher Float, you will be required to support students with daily living skills, including hygiene and mealtime. You may also be required to plan, prepare and implement appropriate educational goals for each student as well as provide a variety of adapted materials and aids as appropriate for each student if you are assigned to cover a teacher leave of absence.

Responsibilities

• Meets educational requirements and qualifies for certification/licensure while updating and expanding knowledge
• Demonstrates understanding of the general curriculum, expanded core curriculum, and subject matter/area of expertise
• Ability to substitute for teachers as needed
• Determines present levels of performance by reviewing background information and conducting informal and formal assessments
• Develops and prioritizes measurable objectives for learners; plans short term and long term instruction or clinical strategies to address individual objectives.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Ability to manage difficult or emotional student services situations; Responds promptly to student/family needs; Solicits student/family feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and remain open to others' ideas and try new things.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university required, Master's Degree in Special Education
• First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Automated External Defibrillator (AED) required

Perkins offers a comprehensive benefits package for part time and full time employees, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Wellness programs available.
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer-Paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Education Benefits: Tuition reimbursement day one
• Paid Time Off
• Extras: Employee Recognition Programs, EAP, legal services, referral bonuses, credit union access, pre-tax MBTA passes and more!

Perkins is a mission-driven community that supports your well-being at work and beyond. We are located in the heart of Watertown, adjacent to the Charles River and less than 1 mile from food & entertainment at Arsenal Yards.

Perkins is an equal opportunity employer. View the Perkins Notice of non-discrimination.