 VAISEFis an association of Virginia private providers of specialized educationand services for children and youth with special needs, and their families.Therefore, the VAISEF mission… • is to enhance the capabilities of its members to provide quality specialized education and services by offering an accreditation process and by providing information, training, and networking opportunities; and• to increase opportunities for members to provide services by advocating for a full continuum of services and by advocating for an increased role of the private sector, and by networking with state and local agenciesVAISEF does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, and national origin. |
Medication Administration Training for Youth
http://maty.vaisef.org
Please visit the new MATY website for more information on the MATY program.
Medication Administration Training for Youth (MATY) is a 16hour (minimum) curriculum for medication administration training approved by the Virginia Board of Nursing (1.26.10). It was developed by a Virginia Association of Independent Specialized Education Facilities (VAISEF) work group to “increase the safe administration of medications by writing a relevant curriculum and training guide for instructing providers who work in private children’s residential facilities or schools for students with disabilities.”
VAISEF is proud to endorse Partlow Insurance!
VAISEF has endorsed and valued its professional relationship with the Partlow Insurance Agency for many years. During that period, the Agency has provided exceptional customer service to both the association and its membership.
One of the valuable services offered is a FREE, no strings attached review of your current insurance. For the average VAISEF member, the associated value of the review from a qualified consultant would be $5,000.
Partlow has always worked with the membership to ensure we are adequately covered at the best quote available. Please visit their site here to learn more about their services and find out how to contact them directly.
Job Postings – Updated 8/1/12
Immediate opening for Special Education Teachers and Substitutes for 2012-13 – Little Keswick School, Keswick, Virginia
We are currently seeking high school teachers with experience in differentiated instruction. Candidates must be licensed by the State of Virginia and certified in Emotional Disturbance and/or Learning Disabilities. Minimum certification at the graduate level is preferred. Advanced math (geometry & Algebra II), science (Earth Science & Chemistry) and literacy experience is a plus. Little Keswick offers a small supportive teaching environment (2:8), with an emphasis on academic success and social-emotional development. Teachers at Little Keswick work in a collaborative environment with communication being an essential skill. Salaries start at $45,818 with a Master’s Degree and benefits.
Residential Counselors Full and Part Time for 2012-13– Little Keswick School, Keswick, Virginia
The Residential program offers students a setting to learn and practice interpersonal “life skills.” Counselors are responsible for building therapeutic relationships, planning social skills and leisure activities, and involved in life space counseling. Through the use of every day interactions such as team sports, dorm meetings, off-grounds trips and leisure skills classes, the residential program helps to foster problem-solving skills, positive self-image, empathy toward others and recognition of one’s role in a larger group. Experience, a team spirit, and organizational skills required. Salary range $30,000-$34,000 with benefits for full time.
For more information go to http://www.littlekeswickschool.net/careers.php
Optima Health Association Plans
If you are a dues paying member of the Virginia Association of Independent Specialized Education Facilities and you have between 2 and 99 employees – you are eligible to receive additional value added benefits from Optima Health for your employees and their families.
For additional information regarding Optima Health Association Plans, CLICK HERE for an information flyer