Special Education Teacher

About This Role

Plan, organize, and implement an instructional program for special education students, guiding and encouraging them to develop their academic potential within a supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement appropriate instruction for assigned content areas in line with school standards, curriculum, and student needs.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials maximizing student engagement and learning.
• Utilize diverse teaching practices to meet the individual needs of students from various backgrounds.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures and maintaining discipline.
• 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 accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software, calculator, copy machine and telephone
• Ability to analyze data

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university