Special Education Teacher- Grade 8

Special Education Teacher - Grade 8

Are you a compassionate and dedicated educator committed to supporting students with diverse learning needs? We are seeking a qualified 8th grade special education teacher to join our team at Mountain Valley Community School in Mexico, Maine. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students and help them reach their full potential.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to meet the unique academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students with disabilities.
• Utilize effective classroom management strategies to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment that fosters student engagement, independence, and positive behavior.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, support staff, and parents to ensure the successful inclusion and participation of students with special needs in the general education curriculum and classroom activities.
• Differentiate instruction, materials, and assessments to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities, providing appropriate scaffolding and support as needed.
• Monitor student progress regularly through ongoing assessment and data collection, adjusting instructional strategies and interventions to address individual learning goals and objectives.
• Case management.
• Experience with BARR (Building Assets, Reducing Risks) preferred.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $43,343 to $876,000 Per Year

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required