Part Time Special Education Teacher

Description

JOB TITLE:

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

JOB SUMMARY:

Special Education Teacher (bilingual strongly preferred) develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities; evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives; follows state-mandated due process procedures and functions as IEP Manager to assigned students.

• Bachelor Degree in Special Education. License:
  Cross-Categorical Special Education

• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of special education and is able to accommodate/modify materials to meet the needs of students.
• Be able to collaborate well with staff to plan and implement lessons and materials based on student needs.
• Knowledge and skills in working with children identified within the various categories defined in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004. (OHI, SLD, SLI, Autism, etc.)
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching of students with disabilities.
• Ability to effectively analyze needs and problems objectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, students, parents, staff, administration and the general public.
• Discuss students’ progress with parents, other teachers, counselors, and administrators.
• Ability to interpret IEP’s/MSA’s and understand the required needs as stated within them.
• Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one.
• Assess students’ skills and determine their educational needs.
• Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program.
• Willingness to be person-centered with working with staff and students.
• Knowledge of and willingness to use relevant technology, Google suites, blended learning platforms, and ability to use technology such as iPads to individualize instruction.
• Meet professional teacher education requirements of school district and state.
• Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
• Must have knowledge and experience with cultural sensitivity and awareness.
• Ability to be flexible, resilient, and adaptable to changing priorities, with a willingness to put students first at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Time management
• Written and oral communication skills
• Bilingual encouraged
• Commitment to Catholic Education and Gospel values
• CPI certification or willingness to obtain