Special Education Teacher - Teacher Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Special Education Teacher

This position provides educational services in a variety of settings to eligible students who require specially designed instruction pursuant to an Individualized Education Program (IEP). This professional is responsible for meeting the duties of teaching as outlined CSPG 60, 61, or 62, laws, Board Policy, and Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a knowledge of student characteristics of age group(s), student characteristics of exceptionality group(s), and pedagogy.
• Demonstrates knowledge of content and PA academic standards.
• Demonstrates knowledge of relevant regulations and IU8 policies.
• Attends evaluation report and re-evaluation report meetings and secures information for the meetings or as a result of the meeting.
• Develops and implements IEPs for students, meeting all timelines established by federal and/or state regulations.
• Monitors and assesses the progress of each student to evaluate the student's progress toward achieving the educational goals and objectives set forth in the student's IEP and progress in the general curriculum.
• Maintains current records for all students including evaluation reports, re-evaluation reports, and IEPs, in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Uses appropriate diagnostic and evaluative methods to determine the effectiveness of the IEP.
• Assists with or provides appropriate modification to the general education curriculum pursuant to the student's IEP.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials.
• Delivers differentiated instruction.
• Develops and maintains classroom management systems.
• Utilizes positive behavior support strategies and techniques when addressing challenging behaviors of students.
• Uses technology, research-based instructional methods, effective strategies/techniques, and learning materials to enhance student progress toward meeting goals and objectives in the IEP and in the general education curriculum.
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other staff members in assessing and helping students solve social, emotional, behavioral and academic issues.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative and professional relationships with peers, support staff, parents, IU8 administration, agency staff, and school district personnel.
• Administers appropriate and required informal and formal assessments based on student needs and state regulations.
• Demonstrates understanding of and abides by federal, state and local school laws and regulations and policies.
• Reviews and abides by the Pennsylvania Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators.
• Reviews and adheres to IU policies, procedures, and expectations.
• Ensures all documentation related to a student's education is up to date and properly filed in accordance with policies and practices.
• Communicates effectively in verbal or written form in a professional and timely manner.
• Maintains professional competence, expands and applies knowledge in professional area(s).
• Demonstrates regular and timely attendance.
• Must have personal vehicle for reliable transportation to all work locations.
• Performs other duties as assigned in accordance with IU8 Board policy, administrative regulations, state and federal laws.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Special Education
• Pennsylvania Department of Education Teaching Certification in accordance with Certification Staffing Policy Guidelines (CSPG)
• Current and acceptable clearances:
  Act 34 (PA State Police), Act 15 (PA Child Abuse History), Act 114 (PDE Fingerprinting), PDE 6004 (Arrest & Conviction), and Act 168 (PA Sexual Misconduct background)
• Upon hire, all new employees must obtain a certificate of medical examination as well as a tuberculosis test as required under Chapter 14 of the Public School Code, 24 P.S. §§14-1416, 14-1418; 22 PA Code §49.12(b) (regarding education); and 28 Pa Code §23.44 (regarding health and safety).

Desired

Qualifications:

• Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills
• Knowledge of special education regulations and procedures
• Knowledge of positive, proactive classroom management systems
• Knowledge of positive behavior support techniques and strategies
• Ability to exercise good judgment and…