Elementary CC1 Special Education Teacher (2025-2026)

Job Title : Special Education Teacher (Self-Contained) Reports to (Title) : Principal Terms of Employment :

Hours per day :  8

Days per year :  190 Type of position :

Full-time

FLSA Status : Exempt

General Summary : Under general supervision facilitates the development of Individualized Educational Programs (IEP’s) and instructs academic and / or living skills to students who have been identified as having disabilities under IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act). Assists in other school and district programs as assigned. Essential Functions :

• Supports and upholds the mission, vision and strategic goals of Lexington County School District One.
• Effectively interacts, communicates and collaborates with students, parents, colleagues and other stakeholders to foster student learning.
• Establishes a safe, supportive, positive and productive learning environment for all students; supervises student activities on the playground, in the lunchroom, in arrival and dismissal locations and other areas as assigned; maintains positive behavior support and classroom management systems.
• Teaches concepts and skills to students who have been classified as having autism, being developmentally delayed, orthopedically disabled, learning disabled, emotionally disabled, and / or severely intellectually disabled; preschool children with disabilities; and students who have a moderate or mild intellectual disability. Instructs students in subjects and personal and functional skills required to prepare them for independent living and / or economic self-sufficiency. Provides vocational or community training to students as appropriate.
• Administers progress monitoring probes, such as curriculum based measurements and assessments to determine present levels of performance to make instructional decisions / modifications.
• Assists students with personal care (e.g. toileting); positions, lifts, and moves children when necessary.
• Designs and facilitates engaging lesson plans and classroom activities; organizes classrooms for daily instruction.
• Employs a variety of 21st century instructional methods and techniques consistent with the needs, capabilities, learning levels, and physical limitations of the student as indicated by the IEP; utilizes special teaching tools, techniques and equipment as appropriate.
• Demonstrates and evaluates the effectiveness of both formative and summative assessments; analyzes assessment data in relation to student learning and develops instructional strategies to close the learning and performance gap and fulfill IEP goals and objectives.
• Instructs students in the proper use, care and operation of computers and other applicable equipment, as appropriate.
• Supervises activities of assigned Instructional Assistant(s) which involves such duties as planning and reviewing work, and providing instruction, guidance, and training.
• Prepares various records and forms such as lesson plans, daily and weekly activity plans, assessments, IEP’s, behavior intervention plans, anecdotal records, material requisitions, discipline reports, etc.
• Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• Selects, requests, and maintains an inventory of instructional aides, technology tools, equipment, and supplies needed for daily activities; provides for safe storage and proper use of all materials, equipment and tools.
• Effectively uses personal computing devices and software applications for the management of student records, instructional efficiency, and professional development.
• Meets with teachers, parents, administrators, related services personnel, and school counselors as needed to discuss student performance, activities, etc.; issues reports in accordance with school board policy and state and federal special education regulations to inform parents / guardians of students’ progress; suggests interventions as appropriate.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Education / Work Experience :

Knowledge / Skills : Knowledge of the policies, procedures and activities of the school district which pertain to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Knowledge of state and federal special education legislation and regulations that impact the position. Knowledge of screening and testing methods for individuals with disabilities. Knowledge of and ability to read and interpret psychological evaluations and reports. Knowledge of and ability to implement methods for developing lesson plans and materials and classroom activities which stimulate learning and provide for personalization. Knowledge of the records, forms and reports which must be prepared and maintained. Knowledge of and ability to demonstrate proper maintenance, safe operation and utilization of equipment, materials and supplies used in daily activities. Knowledge of and ability to implement 21st century instructional methods and techniques used in teaching and managing special education students. Knowledge of and ability to implement counseling methods necessary for handling student academic and functional / behavioral problems. Knowledge of appropriate interventions to recommend as needed. Knowledge of student services available and referral procedures. Ability to supervise students and maintain order in various classroom and instructional activities and situations; ability to handle outbursts, tantrums and other behavioral problems as needed. Ability to demonstrate high level application of technology devices in the performance of daily activities. Ability to interact and communicate effectively with students, parents, colleagues and all other stakeholders involved in the activities of the job. Working Conditions : Conducts duties in a classroom or office environment with no significant exposure to environmental factors. May be exposed to noise from students, bodily fluids, and the possibility of injury from a violent or impaired student. Requires constant attention and repetition associated with working with disabled students. Physical demands are most often restricted to classroom work requiring occasional lifting / moving of items weighing up to twenty-five pounds; however, occasional positioning, moving and / or lifting students weighing up to two hundred pounds may be required. Occasional local travel is required; no overnight travel required. Job requires the operation of general office, technology and special education equipment. Responsibility : Supervises students in classrooms and other situations. Responsible for maintenance and inventory of equipment; responsible for reporting equipment malfunctions. Indirectly provides supervision to instructional assistants as assigned. Evaluation : Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the school board’s policy on evaluation of certified personnel. Disclaimer Statement : This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties. The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned / required.