Special Education Teacher - Broad Ford School

About the role

The position involves providing specialized instruction to students with disabilities, developing lesson plans based on Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and maintaining open communication with parents and service agencies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs for all assigned students and coordinate the IEP for their academic, related service areas, and secondary transition within the school.
• Maintain academic and behavioral summaries to reflect student progress.
• Collect and disseminate student information necessary to assist students in successful inclusion in the Least Restrictive Environment.
• Provide on-going communication and contact with parents/guardians and agency representatives to enhance student progress.
• Attend all staff, IEP, and other related meetings to review and plan goals and strategies, as well as update student progress status.
• Maintain and update special education files and IEPs, as well as all forms and records required by school policy and procedures and state and federal reporting requirements.
• Complete required monthly Medicaid billing.
• Participate in the Collaborative Transition Program (CTP).
• Serve as a positive role model for students, staff, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure confidentiality of student information.
• Positively advocate for students with disabilities.
• Evaluate student progress using appropriate assessment techniques and data collection tools.
• Follow and implement countywide behavior strategies.
• Monitor appropriate use and care of equipment, textbooks, materials, and facilities.
• Account for and order classroom and program equipment and supplies, as necessary.
• Attend and actively participate in staff/faculty meetings and appropriate job-related professional development.
• Contribute to the short-term and long-term successes of students, staff, school, and the system in general.
• Engage in life-long learning of professional and technical knowledge by attending appropriate workshops, reviewing professional publications and websites, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.
• Present courteous and professional demeanor at all times.
• Demonstrate proficiency, flexibility, self-motivation, accountability and ownership, and a positive demeanor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Undergraduate or Masters' Degree in Special Education
• Teaching certificate in special education issued by the Maryland State Department of Education or another state department of education
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to interpret, explain, present, and use data
• Ability to understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions
• Successful management of confidential information and materials
• History of the initiative, discretion, leadership, and independent judgment
• Demonstrated understanding of and attention to detail, especially as it relates to student safety and well-being
• History of professionalism and strong work ethic
• Ability to problem-solve, work independently and as part of a team, and function without distractions
• Ability to serve as a positive role model for students, staff, and other stakeholders
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Able to maintain emotional control while addressing stressful situations
• Able to multi-task
• Able to stand, sit, walk, feel, climb, balance, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, bend, push, pull, and carry
• Good hearing, vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision
• Able to lift and transport heavy to moderately heavy objects averaging 50-75 lbs.
• Able to lift and assist students with special healthcare needs, including toileting
• Significant dexterity of hands and fingers
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Able to perform the essential functions of the job either with or without reasonable accommodations

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of teaching experience in special education
• CPR and First Aid certification

Skills

• Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis principles and application of principles

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, and participation in the Maryland Retirement and Pension Plan, with optional 403(b) contributions. Employees receive paid sick leave, personal days, vacation (based on position), and access to wellness programs and employee assistance resources.

Pay

Salary: Unit I Teacher Salary Scale ($57,098 - $65,813)

Schedule

7.6 Hours per day, 187 day work year, depending on the needs of the system