Specialized Programs Teacher - LIFE 18-22 - Internal Only - 26-27SY

About the role

The Special Education Teacher at Appoquinimink High School is responsible for designing, implementing, and assessing instruction that aligns with Delaware content standards and Dynamic Learning Maps, addressing the needs outlined in students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and enhancing student achievement.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver instruction that matches state and district curriculum.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and an atmosphere conducive to student learning.
• Provide educational opportunities and instruction for each student according to their IEP.
• Keep accurate records, tests, reports, etc. as required by Delaware statutes and policies, Federal Regulations, School Board Policy, and IEP requirements to monitor student progress.
• Establish and maintain a positive, collaborative rapport and communication with students, school personnel, and parents.
• Facilitate communication for all students using verbal or augmentative communication means with support from Speech/Language Pathologists.
• Collaborate with IEP team members to ensure students receive the supports they need to make meaningful progress.
• Differentiate and modify instruction based on Dynamic Learning Maps to meet individual student needs.
• Support colleagues in differentiating and modifying instruction to meet the learning needs of students with disabilities.
• Collaborate with parents, administrators, and school staff to ensure the implementation of special education services, supports, and accommodations.
• Participate and serve as an integral part of the IEP team.
• Develop standards-based, measurable IEP goals based on data and individual instructional needs.
• Engage in ongoing monitoring of student progress through structured data collection.
• Demonstrate effective classroom management of student behaviors.
• Plan and use classroom time effectively.
• Implement School Board and school-based policies and procedures to uphold school regulations.
• Work closely with regular education teachers, special education staff, and outside resources to assist students with disabilities.
• Integrate technology in instruction.
• Participate in district and school-level committees designed to foster continuing improvement and growth.
• Communicate curriculum and student-related information effectively in oral and written form.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal and/or Supervisor of Special Education Services.

Requirements

• Must be eligible for State of Delaware Certification as a Special Education Teacher.
• Knowledge of Delaware State Content Standards, Dynamic Learning Maps, Assessment & Accountability.
• Knowledge of best practices in special education.
• Thorough knowledge of IDEA and IEP implementation.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and computer skills.

Qualifications

• Transcripts to be translated prior to submission of job application.
• Completion of I-9 form.
• Completion of paperwork for the Delaware Child Protection Registry.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting and/or remaining in a stationary position for long periods of time.
• Erecting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Pre-employment Requirements

• Criminal background check.
• Tuberculosis test.
• Proper identification (Social Security Card and Driver's License).
• Documentation of eligibility for employment in the U.S.A.
• Completion of I-9 form.
• Completion of paperwork for the Delaware Child Protection Registry.