Middle School Special Education Teacher Job Kokomo area,Indiana USA,Education / Teaching

Job Summary

Serve as Teacher of Record; prepare students for changing world in which they live; provide diverse learning opportunities using real-world projects and experiences; receive ongoing training; participate in district and building level professional development; collaborate with other teachers.

Certification and Qualifications

Valid Indiana Mild Interventions teaching certification (Grades 6-8) required; demonstration of leadership; strong skills in interpersonal communication and collaboration; history of using differentiated strategies in instruction; demonstrated ability to integrate technology in instruction.

Key Responsibilities

Assess and document student progress, providing feedback to students and parents.

Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and collaborative planning.

Supervise students during school activities, field trips, and breaks.

Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.

Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavior.

Comply with school policies, state regulations, and ethical teaching standards.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during classroom instruction and supervision.

Manual dexterity to operate classroom technology and equipment.

Visual and auditory ability to monitor student behavior and respond to classroom situations.

Ability to move quickly in response to student safety needs.

Ability to perform light physical activities—such as bending, kneeling, and reaching—as required in a classroom setting, and lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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