Middle School Teacher

Who Are We?

Blue Jay Academy is a private school for children with special needs and disabilities from grades K through 12. Serving Volusia County special needs students, Blue Jay Academy is a progressive school for children who struggle with any type of disability or special need. We work with children that have various special needs, including ADHD, Autism and Processing Deficits.

At Blue Jay Academy we provide a high-quality, friendly and caring environment with therapy in order to increase the academic and behavioral abilities of our students. Our dedicated, child centered program is the most important factor in providing the best services and education to our students.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Instruction & Student Learning

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and individual student learning needs. • Differentiate instruction using appropriate teaching strategies, accommodations, and modifications. • Assess student progress and adjust instructional methods to support student achievement. • Maintain an organized, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.

Classroom Management

• Establish and maintain positive classroom expectations and routines. • Implement positive behavior intervention strategies and classroom management techniques. • Promote social, emotional, and behavioral development through positive reinforcement and modeling. • Support students in developing independence and appropriate social skills.

Student Safety & Supervision

• Provide continuous supervision of students throughout the school day, including classrooms, playgrounds, hallways, restrooms, arrival, dismissal, and school activities. • Follow all school safety procedures, emergency protocols, and child protection requirements. • Promptly report accidents, injuries, safety concerns, suspected abuse, neglect, or policy violations. • Always maintain awareness of each student’s location and well-being.

Student Support

• Assist students with activities of daily living as needed, including toileting, hygiene, feeding, mobility, and changing soiled clothing while preserving student dignity and privacy. • Implement accommodations, behavior support strategies, and individualized student plans. • Collaborate with therapists and other specialists to support student development.

Documentation & Communication

• Maintain accurate student records, progress reports, attendance, and required documentation. • Communicate professionally and effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress and classroom activities. • Participate in parent conferences, team meetings, and other school-related meetings as required.