Job Summary:

The Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities. This teacher evaluates student progress against instructional objectives and measurable goals, follows state-mandated procedures, and functions as the Individual Education Plan (IEP) manager for assigned students.
 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student's IEP
• Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques
• Employs various teaching techniques, methods, and principals of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals
• Develops and implements annual IEP plans for students to include: present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals
• Schedules team meetings and works cooperatively with child study team members and others in developing instructional goals and strategies
• Serves as primary contact for the parent
• Establishes and maintains student control and discipline in the classroom, on school premises, or during school activities

Demonstrated Ability to:

• Assess students' needs and learning styles and design appropriate differentiated instruction to meet their learning difference needs
• Use and apply simulations and technological innovations in the classroom in pursuit of instructional strategies designed to assist students with special needs
• Use planned lessons in a manner that allows students to improve their language and math skills
• Apply critical thinking methodologies designed to assist students with learning differences
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, administrators, support staff, parents and students

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Special Education from an accredited college or university
• Pennsylvania Criminal Record Check Clearance
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance