Resource Teacher

^{POSITION SUMMARY:}

^{The Resource Teacher designs and delivers a balanced program of instruction in an assigned subject matter.}

• ^{Teaches assigned curriculum to youth.}
  • ^{Develops and implements both group and individual lesson plans for daily, quarter, semester, and year-long periods planning instructional experiences for students in accordance with established curriculum.}
  • ^{Maintains accurate and complete records as required by laws, policies, and regulations.}
  • ^{Instructs students utilizing a variety of classroom methods, adapting methodology and instructional materials to meet student needs, abilities, and IEPs.}
  • ^{Assigns and grades class work and homework; prepares, administers, and grades tests.}
  • ^{Establishes and implements behavioral protocols; observes and evaluates student behavior, performance, social development, and physical health.}
  • ^{Supports school-related extracurricular activities.}
  • ^{Maintains positive professional communications with parents, guardians, administration, and colleagues regarding progress and concerns.}
• ^{Serves as a role model in carrying out the Father Flanagan\’s Boys\’ Home mission.}
  • ^{Directs all activities towards the fulfillment of the Boys Town mission}
  • ^{Directs all actions to reflect the values and principles of Boys Town}
  • ^{Establishes and maintains an environment that encourages teamwork, collaboration, and ethical behavior}
  • ^{Maintains regular, reliable and predictable attendance}
  • ^{Supports other members of the management team and their work}
• ^{Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization}

• ^{Knowledge of state policies, statutes, and procedures on education and regulations of Nebraska.}
• ^{Ability to deliver instruction in an effective and efficient manner.}
• ^{Ability to modify or adapt general education curriculum.}
• ^{Ability to maintain a high level of professional competence via in-service education, self-selected professional education, and curriculum development.}
• ^{Ability to demonstrate a commitment to the use of a behavioral approach to motivate student learning.}
• ^{Ability to demonstrate concern and respect for individual students.}

^{EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:}

• ^{Bachelor\’s degree from an accredited school, preferably in Special Education}
• ^{Properly endorsed and certificated}
• ^{Previous classroom teaching experience in the field preferred}

^{CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES, AND LANGUAGE SKILLS:}

• ^{A current Nebraska Teaching Certificate (or the ability to obtain one per Rule 21) endorsed in appropriate subject is required; Special Education endorsement preferred.}

^{PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND EQUIPMENT USAGE:}

^{Extended periods of time in a classroom environment or at a keyboard, workstation, or desk; reasonably expected to have and maintain sufficient strength, agility, and endurance to perform during stressful (physical, mental and emotional) situations encountered on the job without compromising their health and well-being or that of their fellow employees, youth, or families.}

^{WORK ENVIRONMENT:}

^{Work is typically in a normal educational school administrative or classroom environment but may be performed in a variety of environments ranging from highly stressful and potentially aggressive (physical interventions, escorts, etc.) to casual and leisurely, in both indoor and outdoor settings and may be subject to outside weather conditions occasionally. Includes constant interruptions, inappropriate behaviors, and the potential for verbal and physical threats from youth.}

^{About Boys Town Nebraska:} 

^{A National Historic Landmark since 1985, the Village of Boys Town is now the only National Historic Landmark District in Nebraska. At any given time, about 400 boys and girls live in the Village, receiving care and guidance for a wide range of behavioral, emotional and academic issues. When Father Edward J. Flanagan purchased the Overlook Farm in 1921, it became the new, permanent site of Boys Town. Over the decades that followed, schools, churches and homes were built, and tens of thousands of young lives were transformed.}

^{Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town\’s mission, which is why we offer an array of competitive and attractive benefit options. Unique perks to Boys Town employees and their families include free visits to Boys Town Physicians, free prescriptions, tuition assistance, access to the campus Field House, parenting resources from our experts and advancement opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.}

 ^{Date Posted:  June 20, 2022}

 ^{This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.}