Special Education Teacher

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

* Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include: present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals

* Coordinates the delivery of special education services in each student's IEP

* Participate in curriculum review and design.

* Implement a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives.

* Diagnose and evaluates student abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner.

* Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.

* Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.

* Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.

* Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.

* Refer students for alternative services as provided by the District (ESL, Reading, Special Reading).

* Effectively implement district initiatives.

* Effectively collaborate with department and grade level teachers.

OTHER

JOB FUNCTIONS:

* Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.

* Attend meetings and performs duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.

* Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

* Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.

* Serve on committees as assigned.

* Remain current on instructional practices in education. (e.g. instructional technology)