Special Education Teacher; Grades 5-8

Special Education Teacher (Grades 5-8)

Job  | Position Type:
Middle School Teaching |

Location:

St. Martin Parish Schools District Office

• Lead and supervise students to realize their intellectual, emotional, and psychological potential.
• Design, plan, and deliver student‑centered instruction that meets Louisiana Student Standards for grades 5–8 and aligns with the district curriculum.
• Assume responsibility for student learning growth, including developing and monitoring yearly learning targets.
• Plan and prepare for teaching, providing written evidence of preparation that references standards, units, activities, materials, and assessment strategies.
• Identify student needs and collaborate with other professional staff to develop plans addressing health, behavioral, and learning challenges.
• Provide accommodations and interventions for at‑risk or remedial students and ensure appropriate modifications are in place.
• Communicate regularly with parents, caregivers, and colleagues, providing clear information on classroom expectations, student progress, and ways to support learning.
• Collaborate with instructional staff, IEP team members, and community resources to improve student outcomes.
• Provide specialized instruction consistent with each student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Supervise and evaluate assigned paraprofessionals, leading by example in academic, social/emotional, and behavioral areas.
• Develop, coordinate, and deliver compliant IEPs, including scheduling meetings, maintaining records, and ensuring progress notes are completed on time.
• Assist administration in implementing policies that govern student conduct and effective school operation.
• Monitor student conduct throughout the building and enforce policies and rules.
• Perform administrative duties such as attendance, classroom organization, and timely response to communications.
• Maintain an organized, safe classroom environment that promotes learning for all students.
• Keep accurate record‑keeping for lesson plans, attendance, grades, inventory, and assessment data.
• Prepare essential information for substitutes in case of absence.
• Engage in professional activities such as team teaching, planning, community meetings, and staff development.
• Serve on required committees and perform related duties as directed by the principal or district administration.
• Support extracurricular activities for designated student organizations, ensuring adherence to school and district policies.
• Attend after‑school events, faculty meetings, parent/family nights, and other scheduled gatherings, as required.
• Maintain professional personal appearance and demonstrate respect for colleagues.

• Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate in Special Education (Grades 1–5, 4–8, or applicable grade band) in accordance with Louisiana Department of Education guidelines.
• Minimum bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field.
• Preferred: 2+ years of teaching experience in special education.
• In‑depth knowledge of Louisiana Student Standards for grades 5–8 and ability to adapt general education curriculum to meet students with disabilities.
• Familiarity with IEP development and implementation, accommodations, and modifications.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; effective classroom management.
• Collaborative ability with general education teachers, related service providers, and families.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to differentiate instruction.
• Proficiency in using data‑driven instruction to support individual student growth.