Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher JOB GOAL: Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITY: Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) Implement IEPs, assess students' performance, and track their progress Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students' progress and goals Assess students' skills to determine their needs and to develop teaching plans Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students Collect and analyze student data in order to make effective decisions to maximize achievement Guides the learning process toward the achievement of established district/state curriculum goals and benchmarks Establishes and communicates clear objectives to the students for all lessons, units, and projects Discuss student's progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators Prepare and help students with transition plans from grade to grade and after graduation Implement state learning standards and IDEA curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations Implement formal and informal assessments to track each individual student's progress and learning needs Employs a variety of instructional techniques, strategies, and media that are most appropriate for meeting the needs of the students Responsible for insuring that the district's fixed asset procedures are followed Ensures classroom and/or instructional environment is attractive, healthful, safe, and conducive to learning, and that materials are assessable to students and in good condition Assists in the fostering and promotion of a positive school climate Performs other duties as requested or assigned Equipment Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required. Skills, Knowledge, Abilities 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Certification/License: Valid Mississippi Educator License Endorsement 221 Education: Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment. RESPONSIBLE TO: Assigned classroom teacher and administrators