Special Education Teacher Life Skills
Job Description
As a Special Education Teacher with The Menta Group, you will collaborate with the clinical staff and other members of the academic team in creating and implementing classroom interventions in order to meet the individual academic and social/emotional needs of the students.
Sign On Bonus for Certified LBS1 Teachers
8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. . Mon-Fri, following a 10 Month School Calendar
Direct Hire with our school: Return School Year after School Year (no annual contract)
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Compensation & Benefits
Additional Information
The Menta Education Group is a recognized leader in the field of special education, particularly in working with children whose disabilities have precluded them from thesuccessfulskill attainment necessary for success.
The Menta Group runs 33 schools across Arizona, Illinois and Texas. With over 50 years experience, Menta offers evidence-based educational programs aiming to address the unique needs of students, families, school staff, administrators and communities. We remain true to our core value, the foundation of our mission since 1973 – every child deserves the right to be in school.
What we believe
We envision a society in which all youth can be successful. As an organization, we are especially committed to making success a reality for at-risk youth who attend our special needs schools.
Our Difference
Student-Centered Model
Community-Based Learning
Flexible and Tailored Curriculum
Positive Peer Environment
Data-Driven Decisions
Our commitment to our students, families, districts, and communities we serve is that every student has the right to be a contributing member of their community. With our special education curriculum, we will ensure they have the skills and knowledge necessary to be successful. Whether you’re a parent or a school district, we’re here to help.
Menta’sEducational Model
Our K-12 schools use a UDL curriculum (Universal Design for Learning Curriculum). The UDL curriculum provides flexible methods and materials to help teachers differentiate instruction and meet the unique needs of all students.
Other instruction includes PBIS, Blended Learning, Individual Student Agendas, and Person-Centered Planning.Professional
Associations and/or Partnerships
The Menta Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Menta Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Menta Group ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. The District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the district office.
Menta Academy Northwest
At Menta Academy Northwest we are dedicated to ensuring each child reaches their potential in becoming 3-C Ready: College Ready, Career Ready, and Citizenship Ready. Educational services are intended to meet both the developmental and individual learning needs of each student. At Menta Academy Northwest we work with each student and family to ensure that each student has a mindset that is ready to learn and grow. Classrooms are designed to be active learning environments where young people have the opportunity to experience educational and behavioral success on a daily basis. Social Emotional learning supports are in place to aid and teach students coping skills, self regulation and restorative practices. These strategies are aimed at helping them succeed both academically and in their social relationships.
Students Served: PK-21
Professional Associations and/or Partnerships
The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Menta Education Group (“Menta”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender identity and gender expression), color, national origin, religion, age, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Menta’s office.
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