Assistant Teacher II (Leap- Greenspring Campus)
Company: Kennedy Krieger Institute
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: December 2, 2025
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Job Description:
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. At the
Lifeskills and Education for Students with Autism and Pervasive
Behavioral Challenges ( LEAP ) Program, our mission is to ensure
each of our students gains the independence and skills necessary to
fully participate in school, community, workplace, and home life.
Our specialized autism program is a nonpublic special education day
program approved by the Maryland State Department of Education. We
offer a range of educational and therapeutic services for students
with complex academic, communication, social, and behavioral needs.
Our program emphasizes the development of lifelong skills through
an active approach to learning, including participation in
community and work-based learning opportunities that allow them to
apply skills outside of the classroom. Responsibilities: 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. Prepare for and participate in parent
conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings. Assume
responsibilities during after school emergencies including but not
limited to student supervision, phone communication, and written
documentation. Provide support and leadership for curricular and
extra-curricular activities, special events, and projects that
support student-life and promote a positive school experience.
Complete instructional-related duties as assigned by supervising
teachers and administrators. Provide independent instruction,
supervision, and classroom management in the absence of the
supervising teacher. Implement behavioral protocols and assignments
for students during instructional and non-instructional times.
Utilize instructional and non-instructional times in a professional
manner in keeping with administrative guidelines. Participate in
and contribute to in-service training and staff meetings in a
professional and collegial manner. 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.
Minimum pay range: USD $19.63/Hr. Maximum pay range: USD
$24.55/Hr.
Keywords: Kennedy Krieger Institute, Baltimore , Assistant Teacher II (Leap- Greenspring Campus), Education / Teaching , Baltimore, Maryland
