Alternative Education Classroom Specialist

Position type: General Alternative Education/Alternative Education Emotional Support Specialist
Date posted: 9/3/2024
Location: BCIU Learning Academy at Thomas Ford Gateway

Are you looking for a career that would make a difference in the lives of children and families in Berks County? The Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to make an impact on the 70,000+ students and their families in Berks County. If you have the heart to serve, we encourage you to explore career opportunities with the BCIU!

Summary of position

The classroom specialist assists the professional staff to conduct an effective educational program, to provide support for at-risk students, and to provide for a safe and orderly environment.

Job Responsibilities (see attached job description for additional details)

• Assist professional staff with instructional activities, including tutoring, computer-assisted instruction, and supervision of students in corridors, cafeteria, bus loading, all other non-instructional areas of the building, and while on excursions.
• Monitor the class while the professional employee is working independently with a specific student or groups of students.
• Interact with students in a non-threatening, therapeutic manner.
• Conduct standardized pre-assessments and post-assessments in accordance with program requirements; and assist with PSSA testing/processing as assigned.
• Collect and maintain student and program records including attendance, enrollment, and behavior data.

Qualifications

• Pennsylvania certification or Bachelor's Degree and ability to acquire Emergency Permit through participation in the BCIU Guest Teacher Program.
• Experience with children and youth who are neglected, abandoned, or abused and have emotional, learning, and social problems.

Schedule

Full-time, 35 hours/week, 10 months/year

Salary

Beginning at $28,670/year. Established by the Intermediate Unit Board of Directors per the Compensation and Benefits Plan for Technology Support Services

Benefits Included

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Long term disability
• Life insurance
• Eligible for PSERS, PA Public School Employees Retirement System
• Employee Assistance Program to include three free counseling sessions

Attachment(s)

AE Emotional Support Specialist_01162020 (6).doc

This position was posted by Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU Learning Academy at Thomas Ford Gateway). Apply through the official website using the link on this page.