Special Education Teacher Elementary Pool

Position: Special Education Teacher Elementary Candidate Pool
## Special Education Teacher Elementary Candidate Pool
** DESCRIPTION
* * Under direction of the Principal and/or Assistant Principal, the Special Education teacher provides direct instruction and instructional support to students with disabilities and works in collaboration with the general education teacher and the student’s team members. Special Education Teachers must possess knowledge of differentiated instruction, data collection, best instructional practices, research based reading instruction, and other pertinent special education policies/laws.

Special educators perform special education case management responsibilities that include the development, implementation and monitoring of Individual Education Program plans in collaboration with the teachers, related service providers, families, and the student.
** MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
** Applicants must meet all qualifications below to be considered for the vacancy.
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* Education:

** Out-of-state applicants are strongly encouraged to begin the  for educator licensure with the Maryland State Department of Education in addition to uploading all required materials to your HCPSS employment application.

Meets the Maryland State Department of Education licensure requirements for Special Education Grades 1-8 licensure.
** PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
** The ideal candidate for this role will also possess a combination of the additional qualifications below. If you don’t meet every one of the preferred qualifications, we still encourage you to apply, as we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Three previous years of special education teaching experience. Holds a current Maryland State Department of Education license in Special Education (grades 1-8).
** ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
** Provide direct instruction and instructional support to students with disabilities and general education teachers. Serves as liaison between school staff and administration including the special education supervisor. Selects and adapts materials to assist students with disabilities to access the general education curriculum, as appropriate.

Participates in professional development activities designed to advance teacher knowledge in the areas of instruction, best practices, differentiated instruction, changes in educational policy, and other information as may be necessary to improve classroom instruction and programming for students with disabilities. Assists with routine care, including personal hygiene, toileting, feeding and other custodial tasks, as required or requested.
** ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
** The below list is a summary of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for success in this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list.

Knowledge of the HCPSS curriculum for the grade/content range of the position. Thorough knowledge of IEP, learning theory, differentiated instruction, data collection, best instructional practices, research-based reading instruction, multicultural education, assessments. Ability to provide differentiated instructional techniques that inspire, motivate and meet the individual educational needs of all students.

Ability to develop and nurture an atmosphere and educational environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of all students.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of special education including Individualized Education Programs (IEP).
• Skilled in classroom behavior management. Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications. Knowledge of and skill in the use of technology, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement instruction.

Ability to maintain confidential information.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. Interviews will be limited to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the basic requirements, have experience and education which most closely match the position qualifications and the needs of the school system.
** Compensation
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