Education Specialist - SAS

Summary:Responsible for implementing compensatory supplemental academic support for students with special needs in a 1:1 home setting; and providing an educational environment that is conducive to learning.Roles and Responsibilities:Reviews prior records of students to identify specific educational needsWorks cooperatively with parents, various therapists, and others to assist in the student's overall treatment planUtilizes current teaching methods and strategies to design lesson plans that will engage students in the learning process; ensures opportunities for all students to actively participate in the learning process; assigns homework that can be accomplished independently by the studentsDevelops and implements effective behavior management techniques appropriate for students utilizing positive reinforcement philosophies; maintains a structured, organized, and safe educational environment with clearly defined expectations and scheduleDevelops and maintains individual including progress reports, daily attendance records, in accordance with school policies; ensures confidentiality is maintainedResponds appropriately to incidents and problems that arise during academic sessions and works with the family to assess the situation and determine appropriate interventionsAttends and participates in meetings, in-service programs, and workshops to maintain professional knowledge and skills and keep informed as to Company's policies and programs that may impact studentsPerforms other reasonable related duties as assigned