Special Education Teacher - Middle School Adaptive Skills

Qualifications

• 2+ years teaching experience, preferably in programs providing Section 28 medical services.
• BHP and SafetyCare Certification a plus.
• Bachelor's Degree in the appropriate field.
• Master’s Degree preferred.

Performance Responsibilities

• Provide daily specialized instruction (delivery of services) using appropriate curriculum and supplementary materials to meet student's IEPs.
• Perform all case management responsibilities for students with disabilities on their caseloads.
• Schedule IEP meetings with parents and team.
• Follow the processes for room reservation, and subs for team members specific to the student’s school.
• Inform the special services administrative assistant of the date and purpose of the meeting.
• Request information from general education teachers and related service providers regarding student progress ahead of the meeting to ensure reports are available should a team member be unable to attend, and to have the necessary information for the written notice.
• Ensure evaluations are sent to parents 3 days before the meeting.
• Introduce and/or facilitate the IEP meeting.
• Take pertinent notes and develop the written notice for the meeting.
• Develop and send to parents progress reports of progress on goals quarterly, along with general education report cards.
• Develop and send all appropriate special education documentation (written notice, IEP, eligibility documentation, consent documentation).
• Communicate with parents of students on caseloads regarding progress or when requested by parents.
• Plan a program schedule for students in consultation with general education classroom teachers as appropriate.
• Provide training, direction, and supervision to education technicians regarding the educational program.
• Maintain the classroom structure to maximize instruction.
• Maintain appropriate classroom management and safety procedures.
• Monitor student behavior across all school settings and provide consultation and assistance as needed.
• Administer, score, and summarize results of assessment measures given to students.
• Establish and maintain a system of evaluating and documenting student progress.
• Act as a resource by providing informal consultation to classroom teachers and other professionals as requested.
• Establish and model positive and open relationships with students, school personnel, and parents.
• Participate in staff development activities and school duties and responsibilities appropriately.
• Work collaboratively with the specialists providing supervision and oversight for the provision of the Section 28 school based and specialized rehabilitative and community services.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Special Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Masters Degree in related area preferred.