Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Job Summary

The ideal candidate will be committed to providing high-quality education and support to students with diverse learning needs at the elementary and junior high school levels. As a special education teacher, you will play a pivotal role in creating inclusive and supportive learning environments, collaborating with colleagues, and individualizing instruction to meet each student's unique needs.

Qualifications/Minimum Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Special Education. - Valid state teaching license/certification in Special Education (LBS1). - Experience working with elementary and/or junior high school students with diverse learning needs, including but not limited to learning disabilities, emotional/behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and intellectual disabilities. - Knowledge of special education laws, regulations, and best practices, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). - Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills. - Patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to working with students with special needs. - Ability to adapt and problem-solve in a dynamic educational environment. - Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in education.

Reports to

Building Principal/Assistant Principal and Special Education Coordinator

Responsibilities

- Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with special needs in collaboration with parents, administrators, and other professionals. - Design and deliver differentiated instruction tailored to accommodate a range of learning styles, abilities, and needs. - Utilize a variety of teaching strategies, resources, and technologies to engage students and facilitate their academic, social, and emotional growth. - Assess student progress regularly through formal and informal measures and adjust instruction accordingly to ensure continuous improvement. - Provide support and accommodations to promote access to the general education curriculum for students with disabilities while fostering independence and self-advocacy skills. - Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all students feel valued, respected, and supported. - Collaborate with general education teachers, support staff, and other professionals to coordinate services and ensure seamless integration of special education supports. - Communicate effectively with parents/guardians, colleagues, and stakeholders to provide updates on student progress, discuss concerns, and facilitate partnerships in support of student success. - Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills in special education best practices, instructional strategies, and relevant policies and regulations.

Benefits

- The O'Fallon Classroom Federation of Teachers Collective Bargaining Agreement outlines the salary and benefits package. - Professional development opportunities. - Supportive and collaborative work environment. - Opportunity to positively impact the lives of students with special needs.

Application Procedure

Apply online

Selection Procedure

- Applications will be reviewed. - Based upon the assessment of the application, the most promising candidates will be contacted for a personal interview. - Following the interview process, a written recommendation will be prepared supporting the employment decision. - The recommendation for employment will be presented by the Superintendent to the Board of Education for consideration and action. - Those candidates who were interviewed will be notified of the Board's decision.