School Services - Special Education Teacher

iDEAL Hire is seeking a School Services Special Education Teacher for a local contract job in Ladson, South Carolina.

• Specialty:
  Special Education Teacher
• Discipline:
  School Services
• Duration:
  16 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Local Contract

Special Education Teacher

Position Details:

• Location: Ladson, SC and St. Stephen, SC
• Pay: Starting at $40
• Hours: May vary based on location
• Schedule: May vary based on location

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Valid SC teaching certification in Special Education K-5 required.
• Experience working with students with a range of disabilities (e.g., learning disabilities, autism, developmental delays, etc.

Skills & Experience:

• Strong knowledge of special education laws, techniques, and best practices. Excellent communication and interpersonal
• skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple tasks, IEPs, and progress monitoring.
• Patience, empathy, and a passion for helping students with special needs succeed.
• Previous experience working with students with special needs in an educational setting is preferred.
• Ability to lift and move classroom materials and equipment as needed.
• Ability to assist students with mobility or physical needs as required by their IEPs.

Responsibilities:

• Individualized Education Plans (IEPs): Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students with special needs, ensuring they meet educational and behavioral objectives.
• Instructional Support: Provide specialized instruction to students with disabilities, adapting lesson plans, teaching strategies, and assessments to meet each student's needs.
• Collaborate with Support Staff: Work collaboratively with classroom teachers, school counselors, and other educational staff to integrate students into general education settings when possible and support their academic and social development.
• Behavioral Management: Implement strategies to manage behavior and encourage positive social interactions. Use positive reinforcement and consistent discipline techniques to create a structured, safe, and supportive classroom environment.
• Assessment and Progress Monitoring: Regularly assess student progress, provide feedback, and adjust teaching methods and IEPs as needed. Maintain thorough documentation on student performance and progress.
• Parent Communication: Maintain open and ongoing communication with parents or guardians regarding students’ progress, IEP goals, and any concerns. Provide recommendations for support at home.
• Professional Development: Stay up-to-date with best practices in special education and continue professional development through workshops, conferences, and training.
• Classroom Management: Create a classroom environment that fosters respect, inclusivity, and a love of learning. Organize materials and resources for students with various disabilities.
• Advocacy and Support: Advocate for students with special needs and ensure they have access to appropriate resources, services, and accommodations as per legal requirements.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to special education and student rights, including IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) and Section 504.

Work Environment:
Classroom and school environment, which may include both individual and group instruction. May involve working with students in various settings (classroom, therapy rooms, or outdoor spaces). Frequent interaction with parents, staff, and administrators.

iDEAL HIRE is dedicated to working with the best of the best in healthcare and education. The iDEAL HIRE experience involves layers of support from the industry's most experienced team. Benefits to working with iDEAL HIRE:

• Dedicated Recruiter
• Dedicated Compliance Member
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Bonus
• Medical Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Monitoring Credentials

• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus
• Vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• Medical benefits