Special Education Teacher

About This Role

Plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment to guide and encourage students to achieve their academic potential in special education.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement appropriate instruction of assigned content area(s) in accordance 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 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.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Prepare required reports on students and activities.
• Assign and grade classwork, homework, tests, and assignments.
• 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university

Skills

* Required skills