Special Education Teacher

Description

POSITION: Special Education Teacher

PURPOSE OF JOB: To provide each student in their class or under the teacher’s case management responsibilities with a program that will enable the student to reach his or her fullest physical, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral potential.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Provide Common Core Program for IDEA students in the classroom
• Follow goals and objectives as stated in the IEP for each student
• Maintain communication with parents on the educational progress of students
• Work with building process coordinator in delivery of services to IDEA students
• Work with general education teachers in screening, evaluating, and providing inclusion under parameters of IEP
• Develop accommodations/modifications to meet the unique needs of students in classroom, CWC, or inclusive setting
• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Supervise and maintain appropriate student behavior within the classroom and all other areas of the building
• Strive to maintain and improve professional competence
• Attend staff meetings and building and district activities designated by Board policies and contractual agreements.
• Perform other duties assigned by Director of Special Education.
• Develop annual IEP’s and three reevaluation reports for special education students.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certificate in cross-categorical in SPED or in individual area
• Degree in Special Education

REPORTS TO: Special Education Coordinator

STATUS: Exempt

Benefits: Retirement Program, Health, Dental, and Life Insurance are provided.