Creates and maintains a positive learning environment by effectively monitoring and managing student classroom behavior. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: Monitors and manages classroom behavior + Monitors student behavior in classrooms, hallways and common areas. + Assists in creating a positive classroom environment that promotes student engagement and learning. + Leads supporting academic activities and plans instructional materials to meet student needs. + Maintains accurate and complete records as required by laws, policies, and regulations. + Assigns and grades class work and homework; prepares, administers, and grades tests. + Implements behavioral protocols; observes and evaluates student behavior, performance, social development, and physical health. + Supports school-related extracurricular activities. + Maintains positive professional communications with parents, guardians, administration, and colleagues regarding progress and concerns. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: + Knowledge of state policies, statutes, and procedures on education and regulations of Nebraska. + Ability to deliver instruction in an effective and efficient manner. + Ability to modify or adapt general education curriculum. + Ability to maintain a high level of professional competence via in-service education, self-selected professional education, and curriculum development. + Ability to demonstrate a commitment to the use of a behavioral approach to motivate student learning. + Ability to demonstrate concern and respect for individual students. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: + Bachelor's degree from an accredited school required. + Current Nebraska Teaching Certificate (or the ability to obtain one per Rule 21). PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: + Previous classroom teaching experience in the field preferred. + Special Education endorsement preferred. + Bachelor's degree in Special Education preferred. Diversity is more than a commitment at Boys Town—it is the foundation of who we are and what we do. At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results . About Boys Town: Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference. Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities . A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition assistance, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life. This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.