Part Time Special Education Teacher

JOB TITLE: SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

JOB SUMMARY: Special Education Teacher (bilingual strongly preferred) develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities; evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives; follows state-mandated due process procedures and functions as IEP Manager to assigned students.

Education/Experience:  

• Bachelor Degree in Special Education. License: Cross-Categorical Special Education
  Responsibilities
  
  • Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of special education and is able to accommodate/modify materials to meet the needs of students. 
  • Be able to collaborate well with staff to plan and implement lessons and materials based on student needs. 
  • Knowledge and skills in working with children identified within the various categories defined in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004. (OHI, SLD, SLI, Autism, etc.) 
  • Thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching of students with disabilities.
  • Ability to effectively analyze needs and problems objectively.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, students, parents, staff, administration and the general public.
  • Discuss students’ progress with parents, other teachers, counselors, and administrators. 
  • Ability to interpret IEP’s/MSA’s and understand the required needs as stated within them. 
  • Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one.
  • Assess students’ skills and determine their educational needs.
  • Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program.
  • Willingness to be person-centered with working with staff and students. 
  • Knowledge of and willingness to use relevant technology, Google suites, blended learning platforms, and ability to use technology such as iPads to individualize instruction.
  • Meet professional teacher education requirements of school district and state.
  • Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
  • Must have knowledge and experience with cultural sensitivity and awareness.
  • Ability to be flexible, resilient, and adaptable to changing priorities, with a willingness to put students first at all times. 
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
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    Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities:
    
  • Time management
  • Written and oral communication skills
  • Bilingual encouraged 
  • Commitment to Catholic Education and Gospel values
  • CPI certification or willingness to obtain