PosAbilities Academy

Leesburg, VA 20176

We are seeking talented individuals who want to help shape young minds and teach them the skills they need to be successful. As a vocational education teacher, you can use your expertise to create hands-on lessons that keep students active and engaged in the classroom. By teaching them a trade using creative learning strategies and compassionate communication, you can instill knowledge, confidence, and a sense of accomplishment in the young leaders of tomorrow. As a guiding hand for our students, you will be an integral part of providing constructive feedback and assuring our students leave the classroom ready to provide for themselves as well as for their community and the world.
Job Responsibilities

• Design hands-on lesson plans that allow for students to learn how to use the tools, equipment, technology, and techniques necessary to perform the tasks required of the job, including determination of skill appropriate materials
• Develop teaching aids to accompany hands-on work by creating visual aids, providing homework assignments, developing study guides, and providing lists of resources such as apps or educational websites
• Create and administer oral, written or performance exams that allow you to evaluate the effectiveness of your lesson plans and the progress of your students to determine which information needs further teaching
• Manage the behavior of learners in an instructional setting to ensure that the environment is conducive to the learning process, and assist and participate in management of student behavior in the school and work site
• Meet with students, parents, other teachers, and other staff to discuss students’ progress, address concerns, answer questions, provide constructive feedback and determine how students can further benefit from your classes in the future
• Prepare and maintain student records to include attendance records, grades, behavioral reports, current courses, plans for their careers and contact information for them and their parents
• Advise students on career decisions, including providing guidance and suggestions regarding future coursework, possible specializations, and other career-related topics
• Attend training sessions, conferences, and seminars to further your own education regarding technological and procedural changes in your field so that you can provide the information to your students

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s or undergraduate degree in human services.1-2 years’ experience working with children with disabilities. Basic knowledge of ABA required. Special education licensure and BCBA preferred.

Salary:  Compatible with LCPS salary scales, negotiable based on Education and Experience, offer flexibility of part-time as well as the choice of 10 month or 12 month schedules.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:

Being part of an exciting unique opportunity to implement a one of a kind vocational program for teens and adults with a documented disability while being train and coach by experts in the field. Additionally you will get 4 week paid vacation, holidays, and the support of our partnerships with an ABA service provider. Salary negotiable based on experience and education.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or student supplies; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to see, talk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk and occasionally to run. Occasional movement of students by wheelchairs and other mechanical devices may be necessary. Weekly travel to job sites with students. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or bend and may be required to lift to approximately 25 pounds.