The Monarch School and Institute provides innovative, therapeutic education for individuals with neurological differences—such as those associated with autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit (hyperactivity) disorder, learning disabilities, Tourette syndrome, mood disorders, and anxiety disorders, traumatic brain injury, and seizure disorders. We offer a learner-centered approach that helps students progress in Four Core Goal areas.

The Professional Educator is responsible for implementing the Monarch Integrated Mythology in order to strengthen relationship development with all students. Their primary responsibility is to support student growth in each of the four core goals of The Monarch School.

REPORTS TO THE BUTTERFLY PROGRAM DIRECTOR

EDUCATION

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree.
• Special Education Valid Texas teaching certificate.
• Certification in grade-appropriate (e.g., 6-12) secondary Math
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a teacher with sufficient time      spent in the teaching of special education (preferred)

EXPECTATIONS

• Professional Educators will learn and implement the Monarch      Integrated Methodology to strengthen relationship development with all      students.
• Professional Educators will work with and learn from the Therapy      Services department and Therapeutic Support faculty to ensure consistent      language, actions, and experiences for our students to support their      therapeutic needs.
• Collaborates in the development and implementation of student      Therapeutic Education Plans.
• Learns curriculum models as directed, e.g., social mapping,      cognitive coaching, relationship development (DIR®), sensory integration,      reflective teaching, project-based learning, and academic focus areas.
• Implements instructional strategies and programs as directed by      academic leadership.
• Plans and implements lessons that address individual differences and      student learning styles.
• Supports and coordinates students’ therapeutic needs in coordination      with Leadership Team.
• Reports student progress in designated formats at specific intervals      and in a timely manner.
• Appropriately always supports and supervises students/learners.
• Supervises lunch, carpool, off-campus activities, and community      events scheduled or as necessary.
• Builds Monarch community by supporting extracurricular and/or social      events beyond the school day.
• Cooperates with Program Director to set and attain yearly goals.
• Participates in continuing professional education for the      improvement of the school as directed by the Program Director.  
• Be knowledgeable about and able to reference the Faculty Handbook      and Parent/Student Handbook.
• Punctually attends and actively participates in staff meetings,      faculty meetings, and in-services as requested.
• Other duties as assigned

SKILLS

• Demonstrates cooperative team skills and is      collaborative.  
• Supports and models the philosophy, goals, and visions of the school      in words and actions.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Technology/computer skills-broad knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, MS      PowerPoint, Promethean board, Google apps, and web-based learning.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions range in a wide variety of challenges and deadlines. The best candidate should be able to perform well under pressure, think logically, remain calm, and be a great problem solver. Although the position is emotionally rewarding and provides endless opportunities to have positive effects, it can be stressful at times. Ability to lift 40 pounds. Frequent standing, kneeling, stooping, and bending. Ability to move desk, classroom equipment and adaptive equipment.

Highly professional, confidential, and friendly environment.