Special Education Teacher

About This Role

Plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment for special education students. Guide and encourage students to develop and fulfill their academic potential in alignment with school standards.

Responsibilities

• Understand and support the mission, vision, and values of Harmony Public Schools
• Model and instill a love of learning
• Design and implement appropriate instruction of assigned content areas in alignment with school standards, curriculum, and student needs
• Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that maximize student engagement and learning
• Utilize a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction
• Conduct tutoring sessions to meet all students’ needs
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
• Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
• Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system while developing students’ character and sense of community
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies
• Attend department, school, district, and parent meetings
• Participate in district and campus staff development and serve on staff committees
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations
• Prepare required reports on students and activities
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
• Assign and grade classwork, homework, tests, and assignments
• Take daily attendance
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and needs
• Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, and community members
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to use computer including software, database, spreadsheet and word processing software

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Entry-level position, no specific years of experience mentioned beyond degree.

Skills

* Required skills