Special Education Teacher

About This Role

This role is responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing instructional programs in a learning environment to help students develop their academic potential. The Special Education Teacher will guide, encourage, and support students in achieving their academic goals.

Responsibilities

• Understand and support the mission, vision, and values of Harmony Public Schools
• Model and instill a love of learning in students
• Design and implement appropriate instruction for 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 to meet individual needs of students from diverse 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 student needs
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
• Maintain discipline in accordance with school rules and disciplinary systems
• 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 adjust teaching strategies accordingly
• 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 software (database, spreadsheet, word processing)
• Ability to analyze data

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university

Skills

* Required skills