Special Education Teacher

Responsibilities

• Teach in a personalized instructional environment
• Work with students and/or parents to determine and evaluate the student's academic plan
• Manage and provide services according to the student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP)
• Collaborate with other instructional staff and school personnel
• Report to the Principal or the designee
• Plan, organize and implement daily lessons in accordance with the approved curriculum
• Conduct pre- and post-testing using standardized tests
• Write and implement goals as outlined in each student's IEP
• Schedule and chair IEP meetings including 30-day review IEP meetings for all students
• Responsible to manage a student’s behavior
• Provide direct student instruction
• Maintain documentation of communications with students, families, and other services providers

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is required.
• Valid California credential Specialist with authorization for the Special Education disability and level assigned or intern eligible is required.
• English Learner Authorization or eligible to obtain EL Authorization is required.
• Autism Authorization is required or eligible to enroll and complete a Commission-approved professional preparation program in the special education specialty area requested, including successful completion of supervised field study is required.
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned is required.
• Knowledge of Student Information Systems (SIS) and related Educational Systems.
• Proficient level of skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other technology applications.

Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) while providing personalized instruction and managing student behavior. Proficient in collaborating with educational staff and maintaining effective communication with students and families.