Special Education Teacher

SUMMARY:
Kenosha School of Technology Enhanced Curriculum (KTEC) is a public charter school that is looking for strong, forward-thinking individuals to build the foundation of the school.
Students at KTEC will earn certifications that align with competencies identified by industry. This model prepares students for post-secondary education, as well as being workforce ready. Students will be empowered to develop a strong sense of character, understand how to function collectively within society, and be career and future focused.
The responsibilities of this position include supporting and teaching students in grades 4K-12 and managing a special education caseload. We are looking for a candidate that will provide flexible and timely instruction to increase student learning and individual growth while motivating students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge sufficient for a solid foundation to increase skills. Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated knowledge of competency-based learning and incorporation within special instruction and goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Demonstrate commitment to and ownership of creating a classroom environment and culture that aligns with the mission, vision, and values of KTEC, specifically tailored to the needs of students with disabilities.
• Seek and use feedback to ensure personal growth, continuous improvement, and innovation, with a focus on special education pedagogy.
• Utilize active listening, assume best intentions, and take other perspectives, particularly in understanding the unique challenges faced by students with disabilities.
• Serve as an active member of the assigned professional learning community, contributing insights and strategies for supporting students with disabilities.
• Perform all aspects of classroom management, preparation, and implementation of current teaching strategies, emphasizing differentiation and scaffolding to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
• Great interpersonal communication skills are a must to effectively engage students, their families, and colleagues, fostering an inclusive community for students with disabilities.
• Organize and participate in special activities for students, ensuring these activities are accessible and engaging for students with disabilities.

Design, deliver, and assess nature-based, inquiry-based, and project-based learning; effectively integrate content standards while considering the language acquisition and proficiency levels of students with disabilities.

Experience, Education and Licensure:

• Bachelor’s degree in education.
• A current Teaching License issued by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
• Evidence of competencies in classroom management, learning strategies, individual and group management, curriculum development, and program evaluation.