Special Education Teacher

General Information

• Base Pay $24.00 - $36.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Full Time-Non-Exempt
• Required Degree Masters
• Manage Others No

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Under direct supervision of the principal, provides support to the Special Education students in an individual setting and inclusion in the classroom. Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information. Must implement and assure fidelity to students’ individual education plans,

• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background investigation
• Master’s Degree in Special Education or Counseling or related field
• Three years experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Level 3 Education and/or Special Education Certification required

• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Uses varied learning environment to present subject matter in reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, bilingual education, art, health, physical education, computer literacy, drug prevention and music to students in a classroom.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction/learning.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Familiar with IDEA laws and other Special Education requirements.
• Able to maintain correct and up to date student records/IEP’S
• Prepares administers and corrects tests and records results.
• Evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students’ progress and interpret the school program.
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professionals in assessing and helping students with health and emotional needs and learning differences.
• Maintains order in the classroom and on the playground.
• Keeps attendance, grade records and student assessment documentation as required by the school board.
• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrate regulations and procedures of the school.
• Works collaboratively with service providers and regular education teachers to support students.
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and learning centers.
• Maintains professional competencies through in-service education activities provided by the school and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which the teacher will be evaluated in conformance with school board guidelines.
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities as assigned.
• Administers group-standardized tests in accordance with the school-testing program.
• Participates in curriculum development programs and implements the same.
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities to include in and out-of-school activities.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Knowledge of traditional form of government and pueblo customs and traditions.
• Knowledge of the functions and structure of Ohkay Owingeh.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county, and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
• Knowledge of records management procedures.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of curriculum development.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of special education curriculum.
• Knowledge of childhood development, diet, and nutrition guidelines.
• Knowledge of business English, proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic arithmetic.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural…