Special Education Teacher

Middle School Special Education Teacher PERFORMANCE AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student's IEP. Assess 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 EIP 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 sources including I-Pads.

Serves as primary contact for parent. Complies with School Board policies and all state/federal rules and regulations. Completes all district and reporting requirements. Establishes and maintains student control and discipline in the classroom, school premises, or school activities. Implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation, and mental respect consistent with district policies and procedures.

Collaborates and consults with educational professionals and community service providers (i.e., social services, public health, medical providers etc.) regarding the needs of students. Provides consultation to classroom teachers regarding classroom adaptions, instructional modifications, adaptive equipment, behavior modification plans and other similar instructional interventions to meet the needs of students with disabilities.

All other duties assigned by Principal and/or other authorized administrato Education Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment. Masters Degree preferred. Experience Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred. FLSA Status: Exempt