Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher Grade 3-4

Midfield City Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. "No person shall be denied employment or be excluded from participating in any program or activity based on disability, sex, race, religion, natural origin, color or age."

Reports to:

Principal

Supervises:
Students and Paraprofessionals

Job Summary:

To provide an educational environment in which special education students succeed academically, socially and physically in accordance with school system philosophy, goals and objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Effective interpersonal skills with an emphasis on communication and collaboration with a wide variety of people and groups.
• Ability to develop and implement curriculum and programming specific to the needs of assigned students.
• Ability to identify and solve problems as a productive team member.
• Ability to use technology to communicate, to plan and provide instruction, to facilitate student learning, to manage data and to produce/submit required reports.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, assist with student toileting and specific hygiene need (May be required).
• Ability to transfer students, feed students and provide physical intervention when needed (May be required).
• Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.
• Assess students needs for transition and related services.
• Participates in the development of student's individual educational plans (IEPs) as a member of the IEP team.
• Implement the student's IEP. Schedules and participates in the IEP meetings.
• Employs a variety of instructional strategies and techniques consistent with the individual needs and capabilities of students.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interest.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies and administrative regulations.
• Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
• Enforce all administration policies and rules governing students.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate.
• Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
• Guide and counsel students with adjustments and/or academic problem, or special academic interests.
• Instruct and monitor students in use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injuries and damage.
• Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.
• Meet with parents or guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine their priorities for their children and their resource needs.
• Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of school programs.
• Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visit by guest speakers or other experiential activities.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Perform administrative duties such as assisting in school libraries, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.
• Provide disable students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as the restrooms.
• Maintain confidentiality as required and appropriate.
• Model exemplary personal characteristics and demonstrate a high degree of professionalism.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Special Education (K-12, K-6)
• Valid Alabama teacher certification
• Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama Statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

Salary:
To be determined commensurate with Midfield City Schools Board Approved salary matrix, credentials and experience.

Evaluation:
The performance of this job will be evaluated according to the provisions of the Board policy on personnel evaluation.

Procedures for Applying:
Applicants must submit their application through the Alabama Hire True website. Any questions regarding this job posting should be directed to the Human Resources Coordinator .