Mild to Moderate Special Education Teacher

Under the direction of the school principal and Director of Special Education, the self-contained

Special Education teacher plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students with

mild to moderate disabilities. The person in this position is responsible for

creating a flexible program and learning environment that provides specialized

instruction for students with disabilities, such that the students benefit from the general

education curriculum to the greatest extent possible when supported with supplemental

aids, accommodations, modifications and other needed supports.

1 position available - High School

• Provide direct and indirect instruction;
• Long and short-term planning addressing individual needs of students;
• Co-teach with content general education teachers
• Evaluate students' progress;
• Teach a multi-model approach;
• Provide an inviting, exciting, innovative, learning environment;
• Establish and maintain classroom management procedures;
• Prepare written reports accurately and submit in a timely manner;
• Effectively communicate with teachers, parents, and administrators to facilitate the IEP process;
• Effective consultation with parents, students, teachers, and administration;
• Effective professional liaison between school and home when necessary;
• Serve as advisors to students;
• Remain current on rules set forth in special education law and regulations;
• Maintain privacy of student records and information;

• Appropriate state certification as a special education teacher and any other credentialing required and applicable;
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with parents;
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to individuals' specific needs;
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to differences and changes in characteristics of students, programs, leadership, staff, and community;
• Demonstrated ability to utilize varied teaching methodologies to accommodate students' unique learning styles;
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate tests and measures of achievement;
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member.

Education Specialist Credential, including English Learner Authorization and Autism Authorization

*** We prioritize assembling a staff that reflects our student diversity. Spanish-speaking a plus. EOE***