About the role
Special Education (SPED) Teacher
Job Summary
Provided specialized instruction and individualized support to students with diverse learning, behavioral, and developmental needs. Developed and implemented individualized education programs (IEPs), collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, and created an inclusive learning environment that promoted academic, social, and emotional growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Developed, implemented, and monitored Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Planned and delivered differentiated instruction tailored to students' academic, behavioral, and functional needs.
- Conducted ongoing assessments, collected data, and monitored student progress toward IEP goals.
- Collaborated with general education teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families to support student success.
- Modified curriculum, instructional materials, and assessments to ensure accessibility and meaningful participation.
- Implemented evidence-based behavior management strategies and positive behavioral interventions.
- Maintained accurate documentation, progress reports, and special education records.
- Facilitated IEP meetings and communicated student progress with parents and guardians.
- Utilized assistive technology and adaptive instructional strategies to enhance learning outcomes.
- Fostered a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment that encouraged independence, self-advocacy, and social-emotional development.
- Participated in professional development, multidisciplinary meetings, and school-wide initiatives to improve student achievement.
Core Skills
- Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Special Education Compliance
- Differentiated Instruction
- Behavior Intervention & Classroom Management
- Progress Monitoring & Data Collection
- Curriculum Modification
- Collaboration & Team Leadership
- Parent & Family Communication
- Assistive Technology
- Crisis Prevention & De-escalation
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
- Instructional Planning & Assessment
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