Focused Staffing is Hiring a Special Education Teacher Near Minneapolis, MN
Description The Special Education Teacher collaborates with teachers, educational assistants, service providers, IEP teams, the principal, and the Special Education Director to cultivate and sustain a culture of learning that meets the diverse needs of students, staff, and families. The Special Education Teacher is responsible for developing effective parent, teacher, and student communications; planning and facilitating highly-effective instruction, and adhering to due-process guidelines and timelines. Essential functions may include the following:
maintain due process compliance following all state and federal requirements and laws
instruct using research-based teaching strategies for students with disabilities
use assessment data to drive the instructional cycle for students with disabilities
monitor learning and provide feedback to students
use appropriate Special Education instructional materials and curriculum
analyze assessment data and develop plans to respond to available data for students with disabilities
receive direction from the Special Education Director and Coordinator regarding due process and instruction
proactively engage in professional development opportunities
collaborate with general education teachers to meet the needs of students with disabilities
provide oversight and direction to paraprofessionals
participate in School's Special Education team meetings, PLC meetings, and other staff meetings
conduct IEP meetings; listen and respond to parent concerns with sensitivity
follow and enforce school policies and cooperate with social service agencies
attend conferences, workshops, and meetings to learn current Special Education practices and educational trends
perform duties as assigned by the principal
Competencies
Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field required
Current teaching licensure in Special Education required