Special Education Teacher (Grades 9-12)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to students in a classroom by delivering instruction and ensuring learning through a variety of co-teaching models and strategies

• Develop Individualized Student Programs (IEP) for students; maintain compliance with all Federal Regulations and State Policies regarding the education of students with disabilities.  

• Ensure appropriate accommodations to the curriculum, lessons and learning environment. Instruction may be provided within the regular classroom setting, resource setting, and/or small classroom setting. 

• Formally and informally assess the student learning (rather than relying solely on standardized curriculum) to create a comprehensive learning program. 

• Work collaboratively with Lead Co-Teacher, teaching and grade-level teams and other staff, especially instructional support team, to plan, share student work and ensure that instruction is aligned with identified curriculum and standards. 

• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal and Director of Special Services. 

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.  

• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.  Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans. 

• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.  Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed. 

• Ability to organize and coordinate work. 

• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.

•  Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth. 

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work. 

• Adhere to a high level of professional and ethical standards