Elementary Teacher Special Education Endorsement; Cert. 1001 & Cert Job Penns Grove New Jersey USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Elementary Teacher with Special Education Endorsement (Cert. 1001 & Cert. 2475)
Location: Penns Grove

Elementary Teacher with Special Education Endorsement (Cert. 1001 & Cert. 2475)

Penns Grove
- Carneys Point Regional SD Paul W. Carleton School
- Penns Grove, New Jersey

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description Qualifications

Have experience in teaching and working with children with exceptional needs or the potential to work with children with exceptional needs.

Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the specialized certification area, including an understanding of the current rules and regulations regarding special education assessment and program requirements.

Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, children with disabilities, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning and children with exceptional needs.

Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.

Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.

Demonstrate the ability to use technology and electronic equipment for instruction, word processing, data management, information retrieval, visual and audio presentations, and telecommunications.

Meet such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO: Principal and/or his/her designee

Job Goals

The Special Education Teacher assumes professional responsibility for providing specialized learning experiences and supervision of students with disabilities in a supportive and positive classroom environment in reaching their fullest potential, while preparing one for college and/or career readiness skills. Responsibilities include serving as the primary advocate for students with disabilities in developing each student the skills, attitudes, and knowledge to meet and exceed the Common Core Curriculum Content Standards as outlined in the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) for the student, using approved curricula and working collaboratively with school staff, the Child Study Team, parents and internal/external resources.

Performance

Responsibilities

Implement the educational program and comprehensive related services as outlined in the student’s IEP.

Provide an instructional program closely related to and coordinated with the regular program so that students with disabilities have meaningful access to Common Core Curriculum Content Standards as outlined in the student’s IEP, modifying methods and materials as needed.

Maintain records indicating progress of the student in achieving the objectives of the IEP and assist with the evaluation and assessment of students.

Participate in the development and annual review of IEPs. Monitor the implementation, and provide information about completed goals and objectives, communicating closely with members of the Child Study Team and with the Case Manager about the progress of the child.

Collaborate with regular education teachers when a student with disabilities is mainstreamed. Provide specialized instruction including the application of accommodations and modifications to appropriately support a student with disabilities need(s). Adapt the curriculum to meet the needs of each student with disabilities.

Regularly communicates with parents through conferences and other means.

When assigned, establish the schedule, role, responsibilities, and expectations for the paraprofessional.

Assist the professional staff through individual consultation and/or staff development sessions with understanding the needs of students with…