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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.
$61,731 / year median in Florida
+7% projected growth
Job Description
EDITH I. STARKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Location DeLand, FL CategoryEXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION TEACHERS
Classification 03-Instructional/VUE Posting Number 64410306 Date Posted 05/29/2026 Closing Date Until Filled Job DescriptionPOSITION GOAL
To work diligently and conscientiously in the role of instructional personnel to help students meet or exceed annual learning goals, to meet state and local achievement requirements, and to master the skills required to graduate from high school prepared for postsecondary education and work (FS 1012.53)PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
1.- Help students become proficient in challenging standards and meet all state and local requirements for achievement. (FS 1012.53) 2.
- Teach diligently and conscientiously, using prescribed materials and methods, including technology-based instruction. (FS 1012.53) 3.
- Keep records and prepare and submit reports required by law, the school board, and/ or the principal/ administrator. (FS 1012.53) (VCS 410) 4.
- Maintain a valid Florida educator's certificate as required by state law and state board of education regulations. (VCS410) 5.
- Perform those duties that are necessary for the diligent and conscientious instruction of students. (VCS 410) 6.
- Use prescribed and otherwise appropriate materials and methods. (VCS 410) 7.
- Conform to all laws/ and all school board, school and division policies and procedures. (VCS 410) 8.
- Deliver all keys, records and reports and account for all other assigned school district property to the principal/ administrator at the end of the regular school year or summer school upon transfer or termination of employment, or at any other time as required by the principal/ administrator or the superintendent. (VCS 410) 9.
- Administer prescription medication as assigned and in accordance with lawand school board policy.
FS 1006.062
) 10.- Follow district policy with regard to reporting absences and enabling substitute coverage. 11.
- Conform to policy regarding sexual harassment, within the contexts of teacher-student, supervisor-subordinate, and between persons of the same employment status. (VCS 509) 12.
- Conform to the Code of Ethics of the Education Profession in Florida. (FAC 6B-1.001) 13.
- Conform to the Principles of Professional Conduct for the Education Profession in Florida. (FAC 6B-1.006) 14.
- Assist in practicing and enforcing laws, rules and policy regarding the Volusia County Schools Code of Student Conduct, and those of Florida, including the authority to use alternatives. (VCS Code of Student Conduct-208, FAC 6A-1.0404) 15.
- Conform to the Volusia County Schools Equity Plan and the tenets of the prohibition of discrimination. (FAC 6A-19.001) 16.
- Attend staff meetings and in-service training as needed for job enhancement.
ADA Position Summary Position Code:
637300071 (Temporary postion until May 28, 2027)Subject:
ESE Multi VE Teacher Grade level(s): 2-3School/Site:
Edith I. Starke Elementary Please contact Jessica Aivazis at for additional information Required Qualifications/CertificationsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree or higher in an educational field or the equivalent as defined by Florida Administrative Code (FAC) 6A-1.0503 Hold or is eligible to hold a valid Florida Educator Certificate in Exceptional Student Education or equivalent as defined byFAC 6A-4.01795
Endorsements in the following areas as appropriate (dependent on class composition):Autism Spectrum Disorder:
FAC 6A-4.01796
Gifted:
FAC 6A-4.01791
Orientation and Mobility:
FAC 6A-4.01794
Pre-K Disabilities:
FAC 6A-4.01792
Severe or Profound Disabilities:
FAC 6A-4.01793
Reading:
6A-4.0163 For teachers in Separate Class Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities (SC/EBD), EBD Separate School, Multi and ASD programs, hold or is eligible to hold certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention or equivalentREQUIRED SKILLS
- Demonstrates competence in administrative and supervisory requirements (FAC 6B-5.