HS Special Education Teacher

Ensures that the school's special education (SPED) program provides necessary services for students with disabilities. Work with parents, general education teachers, and administrators to develop and implement individualized education plans to meet the needs of students with identified disabilities. Ensure compliance with all federal, state and district SPED requirements.

Education/Experience

• Must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-Year College or University, preferably in the area of Special Education.

• Valid teaching certificate in the area of Special Education. (If alternative certified, letter of eligibility for special education certification is required)

• Additional grade level or content area certification may be required for select positions. Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities- Ability and patience to work interactively with students, especially students with disabilities.

• Advanced knowledge of and compliance with federal and state special education law.

• Working knowledge of and compliance with individualized services for students with disabilities.

• Advanced knowledge of and compliance with the IEP process.

• Knowledge of the development and implementation of the Individual Education Plan (IEP) process.

• Knowledge of and compliance with Transition.

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong computer skills to implement multiple and diverse programs.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Learn and implement teaching curriculum software programs and instruct students on utilization.

• Communicate effectively with all levels of students with disabilities, parents, administrative staff, and Campus Directors.

• Ability to effectively interpret policy, procedures, and student data such as diagnostic test results, state assessments, scoring, transcripts, and grade point average.

• Ability to transition with district, campus, and/or department changes.

• Ability to communicate effectively with and receive guidance from supervisors

• Manage multiple priorities effectively. Responsibilities And Duties- Ensure student individualized education programs (IEPs) are appropriately written and implemented.

• Ensure that student progress is evaluated on a regular basis, and that the findings are used to make special education services more effective.

• Update and send IEP Progress Reports to parents at the same time that the general report cards are sent.

• Support general education teachers in accomplishing educational goals of students receiving special education services by assisting with modifications and accommodations.

• Ensure compliance with all state-mandated assessments, including their selection and administration.

• Develop and implement transition services for special education students as determined by the IEP Committee.

• Demonstrate support for the campus's student management policies and assist with behavior management strategies as they relate to students with disabilities.

• Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, teachers, and administrators.

• Compile and maintain all reports, records, and other documents required by law and/or the Director of Special Education.

• Perform special projects, during and after normal business hours, and other duties as assigned. NOTE: After normal business hours may include travel to perform state testing duties

• Master the Curriculum System in order to assist students

• Read and comply with the Student Handbook, Student Code of Conduct, and the Employee Handbook.

• Monitor grades

• Ensure students are enrolled in the correct courses

• Ensure students are receiving accommodations/modifications; create alternate assignments

• Follow the department IEP checklist to prepare and hold meetings within timelines

• Service tracking completed weekly

• Documentation entered daily

• Provide 1:1 support as indicated in the IEP

• Be available to work with students in your virtual classroom, with your camera on, during school hours.