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Special Education Resource Teacher
Job Description
Job Summary :
Plans and provides appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities in a variety of educational settings. Through the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process, facilitates development in areas of need such as educational, social/emotional, communication, gross motor, fine motor, and adaptive.Retirement:
State of Alaska TRS Bargaining Unit:
Fairbanks Education Association (FEA)Salary:
Determined by theFEA Negotiated Agreement Contract Length:
Minimum of 184 days Job Qualifications/Requirements (please review job description for qualifications and duties of the position): Bachelor's degree Must possess or be eligible for a valid Alaska Initial, Professional, or Master certificate with an endorsement in Special Education Working knowledge of state and federal Special Education laws Meet all state and federal requirements to be qualified in required content area This position offers an excellent benefit package including: Accrued sick and personal leave Paid holidays Medical, dental, vision, and audio Retirement (TRS) 403b Employer Match If there are ways we can support you in becoming a district employee, please email recruiting@k12northstar.org.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
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What they do
A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$82,940 / year median in Alaska
+6% projected growth