The Foundation Schools

The Foundation Schools is a special education day school which delivers innovative school programs and support services for children and adolescents with emotional disabilities, autism spectrum disorders and other learning challenges. For over 40 years, the combination of academic support and therapeutic services has given our students a chance to reach their full potential. The Foundation Schools has schools in Gaithersburg, Largo and Landover, Maryland that serve over 200 students in grades K-12. We are currently accepting resumes for Elementary School Special Education Teacher candidates for our Gaithersburg school location, The mission of The Foundation Schools is to provide a highly specialized educational and therapeutic program for students preparing them to be productive and successful in their future academic and career paths. The Foundation Schools employs special education strategies and techniques to provide quality instruction that results in the students mastery of approved curriculum and that promotes social, emotional and cognitive learning. We effectively manage student behavior through implementation of behavior management systems, school rules and policies. Our Core Values provide a strong foundation for our programs, are integrated into our positive behavior intervention system, drive our actions and guide our staff and students daily to TWIRL (Teamwork, Work Ethic, Integrity, Respect, and Leadership). We offer a supportive working environment with small class sizes and excellent resources. The Foundation Schools offers a comprehensive benefit package including tuition assistance and a generous retirement package. Visit our website at for more information. *Education, Experience and Certification Requirements:* * Bachelors degree or higher is required, preferably in education, special education or related field, Masters degree preferred * MSDE certification or eligibility for MSDE certification required in special education, and appropriate grade band; Art and Physical Education teachers require MSDE certification or eligibility for MSDE certification in content area * Two or more years of experience in a special education setting or experience working with emotionally disabled students or children with autism is preferred * Knowledge of IDEA and its specific applications to educating students with special education needs and emotional and other disabilities preferred * Bilingual (Spanish/English) abilities are a plus *KEY JOB FUNCTIONS:* * Employ special education strategies and techniques to provide quality instruction that results in the students advancement of their academic progress on the approved curriculum and that promotes social and emotional growth * Demonstrate knowledge of academic subjects and the ability to effectively teach content area while using the approved curriculum * Create and implement lesson plans that utilize a variety of teaching methods, including the use of technology, direct instruction, independent study and group learning, in order to engage students and actively encourage student participation; submit lesson plans within set guidelines * Demonstrate the ability to adapt classroom environment, activities, teaching styles, behavior management practices and lesson plans to meet the needs of students with varying academic levels and learning styles * Establish expectations for learning and set classroom structure to encourage student participation and appropriate behavior * Use formal and informal observation and assessment tools to determine students needs, and adjust interventions and practices to accommodate those needs; evaluate instructional effectiveness, document, and make modifications based on data, reflection, and feedback * Provide a safe, structured, creative, and engaging classroom that is conducive to learning * Participate in the development and monitoring of students IEPs, BIPs, and FBAs including completion of required documentation within set guidelines * Grade students work, document students work in grade books, and complete grades within deadlines * Attend and actively participate in IEP meetings, reentry meetings, and other meetings with parents/guardians, students or county representatives; report accurately on student academic progress * Act as the lead in the classroom by providing guidance and direction to program assistants and dedicated aides assigned to their classroom * Work with other teachers, therapists, school leaders, and other team members to determine the student and/or classroom needs and adjust interventions and practices to best meet those needs; work with team to develop interventions and/or incentive plans when appropriate

The Foundation Schools is a special education day school which delivers innovative school programs and support services for children and adolescents with emotional disabilities, autism spectrum disorders and other learning challenges. For over 40 years, the combination of academic support and therapeutic services has given our students a chance to reach their full potential. The Foundation Schools has schools in Gaithersburg, Largo and Landover, Maryland that serve over 200 students in grades K-12. We are currently accepting resumes for High School Special Education Teacher candidates for our Largo school location, The mission of The Foundation Schools is to provide a highly specialized educational and therapeutic program for students preparing them to be productive and successful in their future academic and career paths. The Foundation Schools employs special education strategies and techniques to provide quality instruction that results in the students mastery of approved curriculum and that promotes social, emotional and cognitive learning. We effectively manage student behavior through implementation of behavior management systems, school rules and policies. Our Core Values provide a strong foundation for our programs, are integrated into our positive behavior intervention system, drive our actions and guide our staff and students daily to TWIRL (Teamwork, Work Ethic, Integrity, Respect, and Leadership). We offer a supportive working environment with small class sizes and excellent resources. The Foundation Schools offers a comprehensive benefit package including tuition assistance and a generous retirement package. Visit our website at for more information. *Education, Experience and Certification Requirements:* * Bachelors degree or higher is required, preferably in education, special education or related field, Masters degree preferred * MSDE certification or eligibility for MSDE certification required in special education, and appropriate grade band; Art and Physical Education teachers require MSDE certification or eligibility for MSDE certification in content area * Two or more years of experience in a special education setting or experience working with emotionally disabled students or children with autism is preferred * Knowledge of IDEA and its specific applications to educating students with special education needs and emotional and other disabilities preferred * Bilingual (Spanish/English) abilities are a plus *KEY JOB FUNCTIONS:* * Employ special education strategies and techniques to provide quality instruction that results in the students advancement of their academic progress on the approved curriculum and that promotes social and emotional growth * Demonstrate knowledge of academic subjects and the ability to effectively teach content area while using the approved curriculum * Create and implement lesson plans that utilize a variety of teaching methods, including the use of technology, direct instruction, independent study and group learning, in order to engage students and actively encourage student participation; submit lesson plans within set guidelines * Demonstrate the ability to adapt classroom environment, activities, teaching styles, behavior management practices and lesson plans to meet the needs of students with varying academic levels and learning styles * Establish expectations for learning and set classroom structure to encourage student participation and appropriate behavior * Use formal and informal observation and assessment tools to determine students needs, and adjust interventions and practices to accommodate those needs; evaluate instructional effectiveness, document, and make modifications based on data, reflection, and feedback * Provide a safe, structured, creative, and engaging classroom that is conducive to learning * Participate in the development and monitoring of students IEPs, BIPs, and FBAs including completion of required documentation within set guidelines * Grade students work, document students work in grade books, and complete grades within deadlines * Attend and actively participate in IEP meetings, reentry meetings, and other meetings with parents/guardians, students or county representatives; report accurately on student academic progress * Act as the lead in the classroom by providing guidance and direction to program assistants and dedicated aides assigned to their classroom * Work with other teachers, therapists, school leaders, and other team members to determine the student and/or classroom needs and adjust interventions and practices to best meet those needs; work with team to develop interventions and/or incentive plans when appropriate

The Foundation Schools is a special education day school which delivers innovative school programs and support services for children and adolescents with emotional disabilities, autism spectrum disorders and other learning challenges. For over 40 years, the combination of academic support and therapeutic services has given our students a chance to reach their full potential. The Foundation Schools has schools in Gaithersburg, Largo and Landover, Maryland that serve over 200 students in grades K-12. We are currently accepting resumes for Elementary School Special Education Teacher candidates for our Gaithersburg school location, The mission of The Foundation Schools is to provide a highly specialized educational and therapeutic program for students preparing them to be productive and successful in their future academic and career paths. The Foundation Schools employs special education strategies and techniques to provide quality instruction that results in the students' mastery of approved curriculum and that promotes social, emotional and cognitive learning. We effectively manage student behavior through implementation of behavior management systems, school rules and policies. Our Core Values' provide a strong foundation for our programs, are integrated into our positive behavior intervention system, drive our actions and guide our staff and students daily to TWIRL (Teamwork, Work Ethic, Integrity, Respect, and Leadership). We offer a supportive working environment with small class sizes and excellent resources. The Foundation Schools offers a comprehensive benefit package including tuition assistance and a generous retirement package. Visit our website at for more information. Education, Experience and Certification Requirements: Bachelor's degree or higher is required, preferably in education, special education or related field, Master's degree preferred MSDE certification or eligibility for MSDE certification required in special education, and appropriate grade band; Art and Physical Education teachers require MSDE certification or eligibility for MSDE certification in content area Two or more years of experience in a special education setting or experience working with emotionally disabled students or children with autism is preferred Knowledge of IDEA and its specific applications to educating students with special education needs and emotional and other disabilities preferred Bilingual (Spanish/English) abilities are a plus KEY JOB FUNCTIONS: Employ special education strategies and techniques to provide quality instruction that results in the students' advancement of their academic progress on the approved curriculum and that promotes social and emotional growth Demonstrate knowledge of academic subjects and the ability to effectively teach content area while using the approved curriculum Create and implement lesson plans that utilize a variety of teaching methods, including the use of technology, direct instruction, independent study and group learning, in order to engage students and actively encourage student participation; submit lesson plans within set guidelines Demonstrate the ability to adapt classroom environment, activities, teaching styles, behavior management practices and lesson plans to meet the needs of students with varying academic levels and learning styles Establish expectations for learning and set classroom structure to encourage student participation and appropriate behavior Use formal and informal observation and assessment tools to determine students' needs, and adjust interventions and practices to accommodate those needs; evaluate instructional effectiveness, document, and make modifications based on data, reflection, and feedback Provide a safe, structured, creative, and engaging classroom that is conducive to learning Participate in the development and monitoring of students' IEPs, BIPs, and FBAs including completion of required documentation within set guidelines Grade students' work, document students' work in grade books, and complete grades within deadlines Attend and actively participate in IEP meetings, reentry meetings, and other meetings with parents/guardians, students or county representatives; report accurately on student academic progress Act as the lead in the classroom by providing guidance and direction to program assistants and dedicated aides assigned to their classroom Work with other teachers, therapists, school leaders, and other team members to determine the student and/or classroom needs and adjust interventions and practices to best meet those needs; work with team to develop interventions and/or incentive plans when appropriate

The Foundation Schools is a special education day school which delivers innovative school programs and support services for children and adolescents with emotional disabilities, autism spectrum disorders and other learning challenges. For over 40 years, the combination of academic support and therapeutic services has given our students a chance to reach their full potential. The Foundation Schools has schools in Gaithersburg, Largo and Landover, Maryland that serve over 200 students in grades K-12. We are currently accepting resumes for High School Special Education Teacher candidates for our Largo school location, The mission of The Foundation Schools is to provide a highly specialized educational and therapeutic program for students preparing them to be productive and successful in their future academic and career paths. The Foundation Schools employs special education strategies and techniques to provide quality instruction that results in the students' mastery of approved curriculum and that promotes social, emotional and cognitive learning. We effectively manage student behavior through implementation of behavior management systems, school rules and policies. Our Core Values' provide a strong foundation for our programs, are integrated into our positive behavior intervention system, drive our actions and guide our staff and students daily to TWIRL (Teamwork, Work Ethic, Integrity, Respect, and Leadership). We offer a supportive working environment with small class sizes and excellent resources. The Foundation Schools offers a comprehensive benefit package including tuition assistance and a generous retirement package. Visit our website at for more information. Education, Experience and Certification Requirements: Bachelor's degree or higher is required, preferably in education, special education or related field, Master's degree preferred MSDE certification or eligibility for MSDE certification required in special education, and appropriate grade band; Art and Physical Education teachers require MSDE certification or eligibility for MSDE certification in content area Two or more years of experience in a special education setting or experience working with emotionally disabled students or children with autism is preferred Knowledge of IDEA and its specific applications to educating students with special education needs and emotional and other disabilities preferred Bilingual (Spanish/English) abilities are a plus KEY JOB FUNCTIONS: Employ special education strategies and techniques to provide quality instruction that results in the students' advancement of their academic progress on the approved curriculum and that promotes social and emotional growth Demonstrate knowledge of academic subjects and the ability to effectively teach content area while using the approved curriculum Create and implement lesson plans that utilize a variety of teaching methods, including the use of technology, direct instruction, independent study and group learning, in order to engage students and actively encourage student participation; submit lesson plans within set guidelines Demonstrate the ability to adapt classroom environment, activities, teaching styles, behavior management practices and lesson plans to meet the needs of students with varying academic levels and learning styles Establish expectations for learning and set classroom structure to encourage student participation and appropriate behavior Use formal and informal observation and assessment tools to determine students' needs, and adjust interventions and practices to accommodate those needs; evaluate instructional effectiveness, document, and make modifications based on data, reflection, and feedback Provide a safe, structured, creative, and engaging classroom that is conducive to learning Participate in the development and monitoring of students' IEPs, BIPs, and FBAs including completion of required documentation within set guidelines Grade students' work, document students' work in grade books, and complete grades within deadlines Attend and actively participate in IEP meetings, reentry meetings, and other meetings with parents/guardians, students or county representatives; report accurately on student academic progress Act as the lead in the classroom by providing guidance and direction to program assistants and dedicated aides assigned to their classroom Work with other teachers, therapists, school leaders, and other team members to determine the student and/or classroom needs and adjust interventions and practices to best meet those needs; work with team to develop interventions and/or incentive plans when appropriate

The Foundation Schools is a special education day school which delivers innovative school programs and support services for children and adolescents with emotional disabilities, autism spectrum disorders and other learning challenges. For over 40 years, the combination of academic support and therapeutic services has given our students a chance to reach their full potential. The Foundation Schools has schools in Gaithersburg, Largo and Landover, Maryland that serve over 200 students in grades K-12. We are currently accepting resumes for a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to cover our Largo and Landover campuses. The mission of The Foundation Schools is to provide a highly specialized educational and therapeutic program for students preparing them to be productive and successful in their future academic and career paths. The Foundation Schools employs special education strategies and techniques to provide quality instruction that results in the students' mastery of approved curriculum and that promotes social, emotional and cognitive learning. We effectively manage student behavior through implementation of behavior management systems, school rules and policies. Our Core Values' provide a strong foundation for our programs, are integrated into our positive behavior intervention system, drive our actions and guide our staff and students daily to TWIRL (Teamwork, Work Ethic, Integrity, Respect, and Leadership). We offer a supportive working environment with small class sizes and excellent resources. The Foundation Schools offers a comprehensive benefit package including tuition assistance and a generous retirement package. Visit our website at for more information. Education, Experience and Certification Master's degree in speech-language pathology is required Current Maryland license to practice speech and language therapy is required Three or more years of successful experience working with children and/or adolescents in a school setting is preferred Three or more years of experience working with emotionally disabled students or children with autism is preferred Knowledge of current DSM and IDEA and their specific applications to educating students with special education needs and emotional and other disabilities preferred Bilingual (Spanish/English) abilities are a plus KEY JOB FUNCTIONS Administer and interpret speech language assessments and screenings for the purpose of diagnosis and recommendation of speech language services; make recommendations for continuance or changes of current speech-language services, or the termination of services Provide individualized speech-language services to meet the student's needs and to correct existing speech-language impairments Ensure speech-language service requirements are met to maintain 100% compliance with students' IEPs and requirements are rendered as prescribed on the IEP Assist teachers, diagnostic prescriptive teachers, and other staff in observing, describing and referring suspected and identified speech-language impairments; serve as a resource to school staff in developing a program that meets the students' oral communication and speech-language development needs Make recommendations for selection of augmentative or alternative communication methods for students Provide case management for students by collaborating with parents, guardians, and outside agencies; make appropriate referrals for needed services and look for new resources that support students' speech-language goals for improvement Complete accurate comprehensive reports for students as assigned for evaluation purposes. Ensure all outside and internal speech reports are in the files and signed. Demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to adapt a variety of speech-language strategies and approaches to meet the needs of individual students; evaluate effectiveness, document, and make modifications based on data, reflection and feedback Maintain a safe and therapeutic area that is conducive to providing speech services Participate in the development and monitoring of students' IEPs, BIPs, and FBAs including completion of required documentation within set guidelines Complete required related service notes and billing documentation accurately and within assigned deadlines Demonstrate an understanding of how our students' disabilities impact their behavior and ability to learn; display knowledge of students' diagnoses and adapt intervention strategies accordingly to meet the requirements of the students' IEPs and BIPs Effectively manage student behavior through implementation of behavior management systems, school rules, policies, and procedures; model appropriate behavior for students during the school day Proactively identify behaviors among all students that could lead to a crisis, an unsafe situation or disrupt the learning environment; use effective behavior management techniques to address these behaviors in order to limit the severity and length of disruptions Proactively provide supervision of students to ensure the safety and security of the school program at all times Maintain student confidentiality in accordance with The Foundation Schools Confidentiality and Conflict of Interest Statement and student record confidentiality procedures Demonstrate appropriate use of verbal de-escalation skills to manage student behaviors; utilize the behavior continuum in order to use or consider the use of the least restrictive behavioral interventions necessary; use effective, appropriate, and approved strategies during a crisis including the participation in seclusions, therapeutic holds, escorts, and student restraints when necessary; consistently, and appropriately utilize and model TACT 2 techniques or classroom behavior management strategies Work with other SLPs, therapists, teachers, school leaders, and other team members to determine the student and/or classroom needs and adjust interventions and practices to best meet those needs; work with team to develop interventions and/or incentive plans when appropriate Actively participate in committees, meetings, supervision, and professional development activities Consistently model and implement the organization's core values to drive actions and to guide our students to incorporate Teamwork, Work Ethic, Integrity, Respect, and Leadership into positive behaviors Comply with all of The Foundation Schools' policies, rules, protocols, and procedures