Teacher - Early Childhood Special Education

Responsibilities

• Develop instruction following the MD State Curriculum providing necessary accommodation to meet individual, group, and program needs
• Be an expert at modifying grade level curriculum for all students
• Create and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Create a supportive learning environment
• Create partnerships with parents and the KTS school community
• Supervise Teaching Assistants (TAs)
• Work collaboratively with team members
• Utilize technology and/or Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices to assist students in accessing curriculum and communication

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Special Education or a related field
• Must be certified or licensed in special education at the appropriate grade level in the state of Maryland
• Experience with students on the Autism spectrum preferred
• Experience as a teacher or teaching assistant preferred

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the MD State Curriculum
• Ability to modify curriculum to meet individual student needs
• Experience creating and implementing IEPs
• Excellent interpersonal skills for working with parents and the school community
• Proficiency in using technology and/or AAC devices

Skills

• Special Education Certification
• Experience with students on the Autism spectrum
• Experience as a teacher or teaching assistant
• Ability to modify curriculum to meet individual student needs
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Knowledge of technology and/or AAC devices

Benefits

• Small class sizes
• Leave benefits - personal and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance, Dental, Vision, FSA
• 403B Plan
• LTD and other voluntary benefits
• Free parking
• Longevity bonus

Pay

Annual salary range of $62,000 to $85,000, depending on experience and level of education.

Schedule

Working hours: 8:30-4:15

Start Date

Starting date is July 1st.