Special Education Teacher

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A major portion of the special education teacher’s time should be spent in the regular education classroom.

Support in the regular classroom includes the following:

• Provide direct services to support general education teachers.
• Consult with teachers on planning, adaptations, and accommodations.
• Team teach in areas like language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies.
• Assist with supervision of volunteers and aides for curriculum modifications and support.
• Develop and implement behavior intervention plans with teachers and social workers.
• Assist with grading and evaluation measures for students on caseload.

Other duties may be assigned.

Time outside the classroom involves:

• Participating in child study teams and evaluation processes.
• Scheduling and conducting IEP meetings.
• Writing goals, objectives, transition, and education plans.
• Working with multidisciplinary teams for assessments.
• Supporting curriculum modifications.
• Engaging with parents to encourage participation.

Other duties may be assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree with teacher certification and special education endorsement(s) or master’s degree for certification eligibility.
• No experience required; preferred: successful teaching experience in special education.
• Skilled in interviewing and treatment techniques.
• Ability to formulate eligibility recommendations.
• Initiative and understanding in working with students, parents, and staff.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Decision-making in accordance with policies and procedures.