Special Education Teacher
Job in
Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, 70804, USA
Listed on 2026-02-17
Listing for:
Great Hearts
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-17
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, School Counselor, Academic, Education Administration
Job Description & How to Apply Below
JOB SPECIFICATION
POSITION:
Special Education Teacher
JOB CODE: ESS
4009
DEPARTMENT: ESS/SSS
LOCATION:
Great Hearts Harveston
REPORTS TO:
Head of School
EEO Classification:
Professional
FLSA STATUS :
Salaried-Exempt
Position Summary
The Special Education Teacher is a campus instructional position that will play an important role in founding Great Hearts Harveston and building the footings and structures that will enable the school to provide access to the Great Hearts classical, liberal arts education to all families who want it for their children.
Specifically, the Special Education Teacher will provide instruction to students with disabilities in accordance with the goals and descriptions of specially designed instruction outlined by these students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). They will collaborate with teachers and school leadership to ensure that the IEPs are implemented with fidelity and reflect the philosophy of Great Hearts with regards to providing access to our rich, classical liberal arts experience, and comply with federal, state, and local requirements.
Duties & Responsibilities
Instructional Planning and Services
* Reviews student IEPs to design effective lesson plans and learning activities based on student IEP goals and descriptions of individualized and specially designed instruction.
* Provides services outlined by IEPs, ensuring that each student receives the instructional minutes determined by their IEP team.
* Collects data regularly to track progress on student IEP goals and objectives.
* Collaborates with Special Education team on instructional service schedule for students.
* Consults with school staff about implementation of the IEPs, appropriate accommodations and modifications, and strategies for learning.
* Partners with other Special Education team members in pursuit of effective IEPs.
* Provides input into student present levels of academic achievement and functional performance in preparation for the review and revision of student IEPs.
* Maintains strict confidentiality of all Special Education evaluations, IEPs, and any other student information
Organizational Management
* Provide assistance with the organizational needs of the Special Education Department.
* Collaborate s with Lead SPED Coordinator on student data reporting relative to state and federal funding and compliance, as needed.
* Support the organizational needs of campuses, upon request.
The Special Education Teacher Role in Student Achievement
* Work collaboratively with all content teachers , leaders, and team members, as well as fellow members of the Special Education team in the creation of a supportive school environment that meets the academic and developmental needs of all students .
* Support the creation and implementation of special education services on the school campus in support of academic and skill development in students with special needs.
* As needed, aid teachers and school administrators in their understanding of the unique needs of all students.
* Provide assistance to teachers and school administrators in the creation of a school climate and culture that effectively manages student behavior in the pursuit of the habits of virtue and in accordance with the code of conduct.
* Interpret student data to assist with educational growth of students with disabilities .
Professional Learning
* In collaboration with the Lead SPED Coordinator, create and deliver staff development presentations to paraprofessionals, teachers and campus administrators on topics related to special education and service to students with disabilities.
* Proactively find and attend in-service training to promote and grow in knowledge and skill.
Qualities of an Effective Special Education Teacher
* Use effective communication skills, written and oral, to present information accurately and clearly to student , parents and staff.
* Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members.
* Maintain familiarity with current trends in the areas of curriculum and special education.
* Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for staff, including daily…
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