Special Education Teacher - UEDC

Job Responsibilities

Prepares lesson content and instructional activities to improve students’ content knowledge, mastery of skills, and to increase overall content knowledge.

Engages in best practices to deliver Special Education content – specific lessons and instruction to exceptional students at multiple education sites by means of established instructional delivery platforms, in the least restrictive environment in accordance with state and federal Special Education regulations, demonstrating technology proficiency in using district-endorsed instructional applications.

Establishes clear communication with students, site facilitators, and all personnel within the distance learning instructional delivery platform.

Advances the mission and vision of the School District and the Agency.

Displays professionalism and leadership by following established school, agency, state and federal policies and procedures.

Performs Other Related Job Duties As Required.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• Requires a bachelor's degree in special education, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Experience working with special needs children in an educational setting.
• Must possess S.C. teacher certification in special education preferably in the area of multi-categorical.
• Has knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Able to comprehend, interpret and apply regulations, procedures and related information.
• Knowledge of the various disabilities encountered.
• Knowledge of teaching and instruction techniques for children with special needs.
• Knowledge of the principles of planning and implementing individualized education plans.
• Knowledge of the characteristics of the age group assigned.
• Limited overnight travel.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days of sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
• Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave

Training

Training applicable to these duties will be provided.

Application Information

• Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history.
• Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers.
• Applications are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date.
• You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree.
• A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment.
• Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required.
• Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment.
• A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.