Middle School Special Education Teacher

Position Title:
Middle School Special Education Teacher

Contract: 9 Months

Employment Status:
Full-time, On-site

Reports To:
Principal

Qualifications

• At least a Bachelor's Degree in Education
• Valid state of Alabama teaching certificate in the appropriate field of study
• Teaching experience preferred, particularly in the biological sciences

Job Goals:
To provide specialized instruction to meet the needs of assigned students based on their Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

Job Functions And Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
• Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives
• Follow state-mandated due process procedures and functions as the IEP Manager to assigned students.
• Comply with the federal, state, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
• Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one to address skill deficits
• Implement IEPs, assess students' performance, and track their progress
• Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students' progress and goals
• Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to design accommodations for regular curricula as needed, and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments
• Participate in required special education meetings on a regular basis
• Conduct assessment of student learning and use results to plan for instructional activities and teaching plans
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned
• Supervise and mentor aides and paraprofessionals as well as plan instructional activities and interventions these individuals will implement with assigned students
• Use technology in teaching/learning process
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal assessment
• Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP
• Be a positive role model for students, and support mission of i3 Academy
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students
• Collaborate with administration in regards to student behavior as applicable. This includes assistance during crisis situations and de-escalating conflicts as well as the development and implementation of behavior intervention plans
• Collaborate with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to the student's IEP and behavior intervention plan as appropriate
• Prepare and help students transition from one grade level to the next grade level
• Consult school staff and outside resource providers regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials as required
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required
• Other reasonable duties as assigned by supervisor

Primary Physical Demands

• See on a continuous basis within less than a few feet away and more than a few feet away
• Hear on a continuous basis within less than a few feet away and more than a few feet away
• Speak frequently and clearly
• Transition from various…