Special Education Teacher

Duties And Responsibilities

• Plans and implements the instructional program for students with disabilities in assigned subject area(s)
• Employs a variety of teaching methods and instructional materials using high leverage special education practices to meet the range of student abilities and needs, including available instructional technology
• Maintains student records and Individual Education Plans as required by the school, school division, state of Virginia and federal policies, procedures, regulations and laws
• Participates in the Virginia testing program by utilizing appropriate instructional strategies to assist students in the highest levels of achievement
• Works cooperatively with supervisors and colleagues in order to ensure continuous improvement in providing the highest quality educational program and the safest and most inviting educational environment
• Participates in professional development opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Works cooperatively with supervisors and colleagues in order to ensure continuous improvement in providing the highest quality educational program and the safest and most inviting educational environment
• Maintains a professional image in the school and the community as a representative of the school division
• Maintains the appropriate license for the Special Education assignment in the state of Virginia

Minimum Training And Experience

• Four year degree from an accredited college or university on the state of Virginia approved list
• Virginia license in Special Education General Curriculum K-12 or Special Education Adaptive Curriculum K-12 required
• Endorsement in Special Education General Curriculum K-12 and Special Education Adaptive Curriculum K-12 preferred

Qualifications

None specified

Skills

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Benefits

None specified

Pay

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Schedule

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