Special Education Teacher

Location

Great Hearts Arlington Lower School (6701 S Cooper St, Arlington, TX 76001)

Reports To

Headmaster

Position Summary

Great Hearts Academies is committed to serving the students within our special education population in a manner that reflects and affirms their dignity and rightful participation within the larger student body. Through the use of consultation, resource, and inclusion models in a variety of academic environments, the Special Education team aims to provide support for students while working to ensure as much time as appropriate is spent within the general classroom.

Responsibilities

• Lesson planning for learning activities that align with individual student IEP goals (e.g. Specially Designed Instruction)
• Teaching subject(s) and lessons to students receiving special education and related services
• Monitor and track student progress
• Providing direct and consultative services to students with IEPs in the school environment
• Collaborating with related service providers and assisting general education staff in the implementation of accommodations and modifications
• Writing and maintaining all IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and evaluation paperwork, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines
• Planning and facilitating committee meetings throughout the special education process, as well as leading ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress
• Ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress
• Facilitating the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education and related services

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
• 1-2 years of special education experience
• Valid TX Special Education Certification and Generalist or Core Academic Subject Area relevant to grades served
• US work authorization required
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements

Physical Requirements

• Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching
• May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately

Travel

May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.

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