Special Education Teacher

Taking Direction From

Building Principal and Special Education Supervisor

Schedule/Calendar

• 7.5 hours/day
• 37.5 hours/week
• 191 days/year

Summary

A Special Education teacher shall be responsible for supporting students with disabilities by delivering instruction that will enable them to make progress toward their goals as outlined in their individualized Education Plans (IEPs).

Essential Functions

• Mets and instructs assigned classes in locations and times designated
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the principal/district office administrator
• Plans lessons that are differentiated in order to demonstrate alignment to the PA Core and approved courses of study
• Demonstrates understanding of the Danielson Framework and executes its implementation
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and is appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
• Strives to implement by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives
• Prepares and develops instructional materials and lessons that target the students' IEP goals and objectives and meet the diverse needs of the learners on your caseload
• Uses strategies and techniques to improve the development of sensory and perceptual motor skills, language, cognition, and memory skills as indicated in the students' IEPs
• When deemed necessary by the IEP, modifies the general education curriculum for each student based upon his/her needs using various instructional methodologies and/or incorporating technology
• Develops and prepares IEPs and other special education reports in accordance with special education timelines in order to ensure the district is in compliance
• Works collaboratively with all IEP team members and staff to ensure the student's specific needs are being addressed and progress is being made
• Maintains accurate and complete student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Monitors that all IEPs/SDIs are being implemented properly across all school environments
• When deemed necessary, develops Positive Behavior Support Plans in collaboration with the team for students who demonstrate behaviors that impede their learning or that of others
• Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure
• Teaches socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement
• Teaches personal development/functional skills such as goal setting, independence, and self-advocacy
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies