Attention Special Education Teachers! 

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Job Summary:
The Special Education Teacher will coordinate and provide developmentally appropriate educational services to scholars whose abilities differ from their peers.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of assessments and observations to determine the areas in which the scholar may need extra or modified educational services. Assessment areas may include academic performance, behavior, social development, or physical health.
• Identifies the scholars needs and develops related lesson and teaching plans.
• Develops an integrated plan for the education of each child by collaborating with classroom teachers, parents, psychologists, social workers, and other medical and school staff.
• Develops individualized education programs (IEPs) for each scholar, setting learning goals and adopting modifications as necessary; ensures each scholars activities and lessons are planned and organized according to his/her abilities.
• Develops and teaches lessons that provide engaging learning opportunities for small groups and individual scholars while meeting required specifications of IEPs and 504 plans.
• Implements IEPs, provides ongoing or follow-up assessments, and continually tracks progress and makes modifications as necessary.
• Collaborates with classroom and homeroom teachers to ensure each scholars needs are met and plans are followed.
• Ensures programs comply with Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
• Develops, completes, and maintains all paperwork mandated by local, state, and federal guidelines, laws, and regulations.
• Maintains knowledge of special education teaching methods, research, and best practices through professional development and study.
• Establishes and enforces classroom management structure and rules that ensure the academic engagement and the physical and mental safety of all scholars.
• Celebrates the achievements and successes of scholars.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to maintain a calm and patient demeanor with all scholars.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Thorough understanding of various special education needs and services.
• Thorough understanding of and the ability to implement a variety of effective teaching methods.
• Thorough understanding of policies, laws, and guidelines related to special education including IDEA, IEPs, and 504.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Excellent and organizational skills and attention to detail.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education required; Masters degree preferred.
• Appropriate state license or certification required.
• Two years of experience highly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout school and classroom.
• Prolonged periods sitting and working on computer to complete necessary paperwork.