Assistant Teacher II (High School-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
Kennedy Krieger School: Greenspring Campus High School , our
mission is to empower students with diverse abilities to learn and
develop lifelong skills while providing a safe and nurturing
educational environment staffed by highly skilled, collaborative
and dedicated professionals working in partnership with the home,
workplace and community. Our 11-month program focuses on building
essential skills based on standards and curricula identified by the
Maryland State Department of Education. In addition, instruction in
art, music, physical education and fitness, health, life and social
skills, career exploration and development and vocational skills
round out the course of study. We are a nonpublic special education
day program approved by the Maryland State Department of Education.
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 $17.85/Hr. Maximum pay range: USD
$24.55/Hr.
Keywords: Kennedy Krieger Institute, Baltimore , Assistant Teacher II (High School-Greenspring Campus), Education / Teaching , Baltimore, Maryland
