Teacher - Special Education

About This Role

Plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program for students with special needs. Guide and encourage students to develop and fulfill their academic potential within a supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Understand and support the mission, vision and values of Harmony Public Schools
• Design and implement appropriate instruction of content area(s) in accordance with school standards, curriculum, and student needs
• Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials maximizing 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
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations
• Assign and grade classwork, homework, tests, and assignments
• 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 communicate effectively in both written and oral forms
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to use computer including software, database, spreadsheet and word processing software

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university