**Overview** The **Assistant Teacher II** will support the teachers who serve a varied population of students. The incumbent assists with the implementation of the program as outlined in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) of each student and assists with adapting instruction that meets the individual academic, medical, developmental, and technological needs of the students. This position will fulfill all teacher duties and responsibilities in the periodic absence of the teacher, and may be expected to assume all teacher duties during extended absences of a teacher. **Responsibilities** 1. Assist with the implementation of instruction in accordance with students’ Individualized Education Program (IEP) in cooperation with a supervising teacher, using effective strategies for academic and behavioral success. 2. Prepare for and participate in parent conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings. 3. Assume responsibilities during after school emergencies including but not limited to student supervision, phone communication, and written documentation. 4. Provide support and leadership for curricular and extra-curricular activities, special events, and projects that support student-life and promote a positive school experience. 5. Complete instructional-related duties as assigned by supervising teachers and administrators. 6. Provide independent instruction, supervision, and classroom management in the absence of the supervising teacher. 7. Implement behavioral protocols and assignments for students during instructional and non-instructional times. 8. Utilize instructional and non-instructional times in a professional manner in keeping with administrative guidelines. 9. Participate in and contribute to in-service training and staff meetings in a professional and collegial manner. 10. Assist with the implementation of technology in instructional design and delivery in accordance with supervising teacher’s directions. **Qualifications** **QUALIFICATIONS:** Professional Crisis Management (PCM) training will be provided by the department, according to the individual program requirements. Employee must achieve and maintain certification (at the “Practitioner” level or higher) according to the timeline established within the departmental policy. **EDUCATION:** Bachelor’s degree is required. **EXPERIENCE:** Previous experience working with children with developmental disabilities is highly preferred. **Benefits** Kennedy Krieger offers a competitive salary and outstanding benefits, including child care subsidies, free parking, 401(k) with employer match, tuition reimbursement and a student loan repayment assistance program. We require full COVID vaccination or documentation of medical and/or religious exemption(s) approval for this job as we are a healthcare institution committed to putting health and safety first for our patients, students, employees, and the communities we serve. EOE/M/F/D/V **Vacancy ID** _10541_ **Pos. Category** _Special Education_ **Job Location : Street** _4600 Powder Mill Rd Suite 500_ **\# of Hours** _40.00_ **_Job Locations_** _US-MD-Beltsville_ **Pos. Type** _Regular Full Time_ **Department : Name** _Special Education- Powder Mill Campus_ Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer M/F/Disability/ProtectedVet