Teacher - Special Education - ELA

About the role

The Special Education Teacher position at McCullough Middle School is dedicated to providing high-quality, specialized instruction to students with disabilities. The goal is to foster an inclusive environment where students can achieve academic proficiency and independence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) based on student assessments and progress.
• Design and deliver specially designed instruction aligned with CCSS and IEP goals, using district-approved curriculum.
• Differentiate instruction using various teaching strategies and methodologies to address diverse learning styles.
• Implement and monitor evidence-based behavioral and social-emotional interventions, maintain a structured classroom management system, and follow district expectations for Non-Violent Crisis Intervention.
• Regularly administer and interpret formal and informal assessment data, including IEP progress monitoring, to drive instructional decisions and report progress to families and the district.
• Communicate regularly and proactively with families regarding student progress, IEP implementation, and behavioral supports, and participate in IEP meetings, eligibility determinations, and other required meetings and/or conferences.
• Administer appropriate and required informal and formal assessments based on student needs, State Regulations, and district expectations, including IEP Progress monitoring.
• Establish and maintain a cooperative and professional relationship with peers, support staff, parents, administration, agency staff, and school district staff.
• Comply with all Federal, State, and Local regulations and policies, accurately complete required paperwork within designated timelines, utilize district resources, and maintain professionalism.
• Attend professional development programs, mandated training, and self-selected workshops/conferences, courses, etc.
• Maintain current certifications (including clock hours via DEEDS), stay current on evidence-based instructional strategies and technology, and actively engage in required and self-selected professional learning.

Requirements

• Must be eligible or hold valid State of Delaware certification as Middle School English (or Secondary English) and Teacher of Exceptional Children K-12.
• Acceptable Criminal Background Report and no entries on Child Protection Registry in the State of Delaware.
• Successful completion of required Praxis II tests and student teaching placement.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Master's degree preferred.
• Knowledge and skills in working with students with disabilities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, administration, and the general public.
• Show evidence of knowledge regarding evidence and research-based strategies known to be effective in promoting student learning and achievement for students with disabilities.
• Show sensitivity to issues impacting various cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups.
• Proficient in Technology, such as Microsoft and Google Applications, Classlink, Schoology, Infinite Campus, etc.
• Understand and be able to perform job-related tasks.
• Must be able to teach/serve students remotely and in person depending on the needs of their students.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible or hold valid State of Delaware certification as Middle School English (or Secondary English) and Teacher of Exceptional Children K-12.
• Acceptable Criminal Background Report and no entries on Child Protection Registry in the State of Delaware.
• Successful completion of required Praxis II tests and student teaching placement.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Master's degree preferred.
• Knowledge and skills in working with students with disabilities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, administration, and the general public.
• Show evidence of knowledge regarding evidence and research-based strategies known to be effective in promoting student learning and achievement for students with disabilities.
• Show sensitivity to issues impacting various cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups.
• Proficient in Technology, such as Microsoft and Google Applications, Classlink, Schoology, Infinite Campus, etc.
• Understand and be able to perform job-related tasks.
• Must be able to teach/serve students remotely and in person depending on the needs of their students.