Special Education Teacher (Foley Elementary Program)

About us:

CAPS Collaborative will work in partnership with districts to provide programs and services of the highest quality. To provide these services, we adhere to the following values:

• To commit every aspect of the organization to providing exceptional educational opportunities for students.


• To demonstrate quality and responsiveness by becoming the first choice of districts for programs and services.


• To be a customer-focused organization that constantly evaluates district needs.


• To integrate quality, integrity, respect, and teamwork into every aspect of the organization.


• To demonstrate accountability through constantly evaluating results and progress toward goals.


• To implement programs and services in the most cost-effective manner and to exercise due diligence in financial decision making.


• We will work in partnership with districts to ensure that students transition to the least restrictive environment in their home school district.

About the role:

To coordinate, develop, and execute developmentally appropriate individual learning programs and educational services that will contribute to students' academic, social, and emotional growth.

Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of assessments and observations to determine the areas in which the student may need extra or modified educational services.


• Assessment areas may include academic performance, behavior, social development, or physical health.


• Identifies the students' needs and develops related lesson and teaching plans.


• Develops individualized education programs (IEPs) for each student, setting learning goals and adopting modifications as necessary; ensures each students activities and lessons are planned and organized according to his/her abilities.


• Reports on student progress toward IEP goals quarterly.


• Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and team members.


• Develops and teaches lessons that provide engaging learning opportunities for small groups and individual students 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.


• Understands and develops intervention strategies and behavior intervention plans.


• Ensures programs comply with Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA); ensures each applicable student is provided with Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) that is properly modified for his/her individual needs.


• Develops, completes, and maintains all paperwork mandated by local, state, and federal guidelines, laws, and regulations.


• Attends all IEP meetings.


• Maintains knowledge of special education teaching methods, research, and best practices through professional development and study.


• Advocates on behalf of the students.


• Celebrates the achievements and successes of students.


• Recognizes the importance of staff attitude and professionalism in responding effectively to those in their charge.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Candidate Requirements:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to maintain a calm and patient demeanor with all students.


• 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.


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.


• Bachelors 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.


• Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at a time.


• Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties.


• Must be able to kneel, sit, stand, crawl, push, and pull to assist and teach children throughout the day.


• Prolonged periods sitting and working on computer to complete necessary paperwork.