Leave Replacement Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher

The successful candidate is a motivated, engaging, and student-centered educator with demonstrated experience supporting students with a range of disabilities in both integrated co-teaching (ICT) settings and special class environments. The ideal candidate fosters inclusive practices, collaborates effectively with colleagues and families, and is committed to meeting the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of all learners. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assessing students' abilities to develop individualized lesson plans aligned with IEP goals, using differentiated instruction and assistive technology to meet diverse learning needs.
• Delivering instruction in small-group, one-on-one, and whole-class settings, supporting students with significant learning, language, and behavioral disabilities.
• Monitoring academic and behavioral progress, maintaining accurate documentation, and adjusting instruction and supports based on data and reflection.
• Creating a structured, inclusive, and positive classroom environment that promotes student independence, engagement, and social interaction.
• Preparing students for successful transitions to the next grade level by supporting skill development and goal attainment.
• Collaborating with general education teachers, therapists, and related service providers to ensure a cohesive and individualized approach to instruction.
• Communicating regularly with parents and guardians to share progress, address concerns, and strengthen home-school connections.
• Participating in IEP meetings, contributing to the development of individualized goals and plans, and engaging in ongoing professional learning to stay current on best practices in special education.