SPED Teacher

Job Purpose

As a SPED Teacher, you will work in partnership with parents, students, and regular education teachers in accordance with the school's mission and vision to promote student achievement while maintaining compliance with Federal and State Regulations.

• Prepare for and conduct parent and student conferences according to school policy.
• Deliver instruction in the modalities instituted by the school and assigned program (Individual or Group Direct Synchronous Instruction, Learning Support, Life Skills Support, Itinerant Support, Resource Room Support, co‑teaching, and lesson‑plan development).
• Collect data and appropriate work samples.
• Plan and conduct appointments with parents as needed.
• Assist regular education teachers with specially designed instruction when necessary.
• Participate in monthly outings encouraged.
• Provide support for ESE student achievement in the general class through training teachers and implementing school inclusion plans.
• Arrange and assist with training for inclusionary practices.
• Act as an informational liaison for inclusion as appropriate.
• Assist with planning for classroom and testing accommodations for students with disabilities.
• Model strategies for inclusionary practices as appropriate.
• Provide assistance with developing and adapting curriculum materials and educational practices to meet the needs of students and teachers.

• Collaborate with regular education teachers to monitor student progress and compliance.
• Proctor standardized tests.
• Complete student progress reports four times a year (quarterly).

• Maintain IEPs, quarterly reports, and progress monitoring for caseload.
• Develop and implement IEPs with measurable goals using progress monitoring.
• Collect and report progress monitoring data for all student goals.
• Conduct IEP meetings within timelines.
• Make data‑driven instructional decisions to improve student outcomes.
• Complete quarterly progress reports.
• Maintain accurate and compliant special education data (class lists with contact info, related services info, IEP due dates, etc.).
• Complete reevaluations in accordance with regulations and best practice.
• Complete all special education paperwork accurately, according to regulations, and on time.
• Develop and monitor appropriate transition plans for students of transition age.
• Maintain communication with related service providers and case managers to ensure compliance with provision of services, evaluations, and quarterly progress reports.
• Administer diagnostic assessments as needed.
• Obtain and maintain compliant special education student files.
• Participate in state‑specific training.
• Attend professional development as designated on the school calendar (travel may be required).

• Communicate with regular education teachers and administrators when necessary.
• Participate in weekly team meetings.
• Acknowledge e‑mails and voicemails within 24 hours (excluding weekends and holidays).

• Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company.
• Possess strong time management and organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff.
• Show excellent interpersonal skills and display courtesy, professionalism, and helpfulness with all stakeholders.
• Have excellent communication skills: oral, written, active listening, negotiating, and influencing.
• Follow instructions, respond to management direction, and seek feedback to improve performance.
• Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS), and email communication.
• Strive to improve and promote quality, demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness.
• Implement best practices and positive character education consistently.

• May perform other duties assigned.

• Usual school working conditions.
• May be noisy during high student traffic.

• No physical exertion required.
• Somewhat stressful due to frequent student activity.
• Light work:
  Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects.

Job is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.