Special Education Self Contained Teacher - Bear Creek Elementary

Job Description

Under the direction of the school principal, plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students. Instructs and supervises students in a variety of school-related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes at designated locations and times. Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Plans and implements instructional programs that adhere to system wide goals and priorities and meet the needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Prepares and documents appropriate lesson plans, based upon adopted curricula, to teach instructional objectives.
• Creates an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Communicates standards, achievements, and deficiencies to students and parents. Meets with students and parents.
• Maintains complete and accurate student academic, attendance, and disciplinary records. Monitors and assesses students' academic progress.
• Oversees the appropriate use and care of textbooks, instructional materials, facilities, and equipment.
• Collaborates with school administrators, other teachers, para educators, parents, and community members in the education of students.
• Attends staff meetings. Serves on various committees.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, and Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in an applicable field.

Licenses and Certifications

• Possession of a Maryland Educator Certificate appropriate to the area of assignment.
• OR
• Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator License appropriate to the area of assignment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of pedagogy. Knowledge of the principles and practices of special education including Individualized Education Programs (IEP). Knowledge of curriculum. Knowledge of effective instructional techniques. Knowledge of instructional materials and equipment. Knowledge of assistive technology.
• Skill in instructing special education students. Skill in classroom behavior management. Skill in preparing and implementing lesson plans. Skill in modifying curriculum for special-needs students. Skill in implementing programs that adhere to IEP. Skill in communicating with students, their parents, administrators, and others. Technology competency. Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications.
  
  Knowledge of and skill in the use of technology, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement instruction.
• Ability to maintain confidential information. Ability to incorporate differentiation of instruction for all students to meet the needs of special education students.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• The work of this class is generally performed in a school environment. Work may require the ability to move around the school and classroom.

GRADE:

10 - Month Pay Scale - Valid until January 2026 - 10 - Month Pay Scale - Effective January 1, 2026

Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at:

Office of Payroll - Baltimore County Public Schools -(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./payroll

OTHER COMPENSATION: Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

RETIREMENT: Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.

BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.

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This posting describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board's nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Officer of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public…