Special Education Teacher

About This Role

This Special Education Teacher position involves helping students reach their full potential within an active and positive school environment. The role focuses on creating and executing individualized education plans and fostering student success.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each of the students in your care
• Communicate with other staff and family members about each student's progress and struggles
• Prepare detailed lesson plans and submit them to administrators for approval
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled by the school
• Use individualized reinforcement techniques to keep each student on the path toward greatness
• Invite family members to participate in each student's educational progress
• Create and distribute progress reports quarterly
• Confer with on-site therapist over disciplinary and behavioral issues with students
• Create a safe, productive classroom environment

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field
• Experience working with K-12 children

Benefits

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching
• Tailored mentorship program

About the Company

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides highly qualified teachers and pediatric therapists, including Special Education Teachers, as well as speech, occupational, and physical therapists, to public school districts, charter schools, and communities nationwide. PDS aims to make a difference in children's lives by partnering therapists with suitable schools and clinics.