Special Education Teacher Junior High

Providence Hall is a charter school located in Herriman UT. Central to the school's mission is teaching students to think critically, communicate effectively, and act responsibly. Students at the Junior High participate in pathways that focus their classes in areas that not only meet state standards, but also support their individual interests, foster their desires to try something new, and aim to prepare them for transition to high school.

Are you excited to join a dynamic team of educators dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment where you will have the support of academic coaches, mentors for new teachers, and smaller class sizes than the majority of neighborhood district schools?

If you are ready to have a small school experience with big school resources, we invite you to check out this exciting opportunity to see if it sounds like a perfect fit for you.

Providence Hall seeks a highly skilled and enthusiastic Junior High (6-8) Special Education Teacher who supports the school's values of inclusive education, academic excellence, and inquiry-based learning to join our team.

We are especially interested in candidates who hold a math endorsement or who are confident helping special education students succeed in junior high math.

• 8+ hours/day on scheduled teaching/working days
• The 5-7 days before the scheduled start date of the school year
• Parent-Teacher Conferences
• Department, building, and LEA professional development, trainings and meetings

• Develop and implement engaging Junior High level lessons in all core subjects that align with the curriculum and educational standards and also with IEPs.
• Provide specialized math instruction and support for students with IEP math goals, helping them build foundational skills and access grade-level junior high math content.
• Independently with confidence, accuracy, and skill develop, implement, assess, and revise IEPs as well as schedule and direct IEP meetings with teams in a positive and collaborative manner within dates in compliance with federal rules and regulations.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, parents/guardians, para educators, and other special educators/related service providers (SLP, OT, nurse, etc.) to implement IEPs, programs, and classes for each student.
• Administer diagnostic assessments, use data-based decisions to determine goals and monitor progress, proctor standardized tests, and complete assigned initial/re-evaluation testing in accordance with federal rules and regulations and best practice.
• Support general education teachers through modeling; implementing specialized instruction and inclusive practices for students with a range of disabilities; providing assistance developing and adapting curriculum, materials, and educational practices to meet the needs of students and teachers; teaching basic skills such as social skills, adaptive skills, life skills, and behavior management; and acting as an informational liaison for inclusion as appropriate.
• Work with paraprofessionals in support of special education student needs.
• As needed, develop behavior plans (FBAs/BIPs).
• Establish effective communication channels with students, parents/guardians, and colleagues to ensure a collaborative learning community.
• Actively participate in department, grade level, campus, and LEA meetings, professional developments, and other trainings.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

• Current valid Utah teaching license in Special Education with Mild/Moderate Disabilities Endorsement (minimum).
• Preferred:
  Utah Mathematics endorsement, or demonstrated experience and comfort teaching or supporting students with disabilities in junior high math.
• Strong knowledge of Utah state standards, Utah special education policies and procedures and best instructional pedagogy practices.
• Proven classroom experience or completion of student teaching working with students who have a range of learning, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities at the secondary level.
• High level organizational skills with strong attention to detail and ability to multitask easily.
• Positive interpersonal skills with the proven ability to maintain professionalism and tact in high-stress situations.
• Creative analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Professional communication skills including but not limited to: excellent written and verbal communication skills; confident, articulate and professional speaking abilities; empathetic listening; and persuasive speaking.
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