What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Educator position at Highlander Charter School 2?
Works collaboratively with the general education teacher to establish a classroom environment that is inclusive and student-focused in order to ensure that the needs of students with special needs are met; develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities; evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives; follows State mandated due process procedures and functions as IEP Manager to assigned; engages families in the educational process.
- Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student’s IEP.
- Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques.
- Employs various teaching techniques, methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals.
- Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include: present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals.
- Schedules team meetings and works cooperatively with child study team members and others in developing instructional goals and strategies.
- Coordinates the delivery of special education services in each student's IEP.
- Creates a positive learning experience with emphasis in individualized instruction using appropriate materials and resources
- Serves as primary contact for the parent.
- Conducts special education evaluations and reevaluations.
- Complies with School Board policies and all state/federal rules and regulations.
- Completes all district and state reporting requirements..
- Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the school day.
- Administers group, standardized tests in accordance with state testing program.
- Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.
- Attends staff meetings and other scheduled meetings.
- Meets all deadlines
- Is on time for all duties and functions
