Special Education Teacher

Position Type
Special Education/Special Education Teacher

Reports To
Building Principal

Employment Terms
10-Month Full-time Position (200 Contacted Days)

General Description
Under the direction of the Building Principal and Director of Special Education, the Licensed Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities. Provides an atmosphere and an environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. Supervise students in a variety of school related settings. Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives. Follows State mandated due process procedures and functions as IEP Manager to assigned students. Monitor appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities. Communicate and interact with students, parents, staff and community.

Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements and qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Plan and develop lesson plans and IEPs to meet the individual needs of students.
• Instructs students in a program of study which meets stated objectives and provides transfer of knowledge.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials, provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Guides the learning process toward achievement of all IEP's and in harmony with the goals; establish clear objectives for the students.
• Evaluate student's academic and social growth, keep appropriate records and data, prepare report cards and progress reports, behavioral assessments, and IEPs.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of central office supports as required to provide accurate and objective statements relevant to student progress in a timely manner.
• Communicates regularly with parents or guardians through conferences, IEP meetings, and other means to discuss student progress.
• Serves as a member of a multi-disciplinary team as appropriate.
• Administers standardized testing in accordance with division testing practices.
• Complies with School Board policies and all state/federal rules and regulations.