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Functional Academic Program (FAP) Teacher
Job Description
Qualifications Teaching Certification Special Education Certification Full Job Description Administrator:
Rob Huesing Principal at Riverside Junior High SchoolJOB DESCRIPTION SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS
As set by state certification standardsTERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Contracts, compensations and expectations will be consistent with state statue, Board policy, administrative regulations and negotiated agreement.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Teacher of Record Responsibilities:
Perform annual case reviews for each student. Maintain communication with parents. Maintain communication with general education teachers. Make program recommendations based on individual student educational needs. Provide a classroom environment that enables students with disabilities to make educational progress: Work with students according to specific Individual Education Plan services. Provide one on one and group instruction to students in the special education resource setting and general education classroom. Provide clear and consistent behavior strategies to assist students with emotional disabilities reach their individual behavior goals. Provide instructional assistants with proper materials and resources needed to assist students in both the general and special education setting. Work in conjunction with building principals and deans to provide appropriate structure and consequences for students who demonstrate inappropriate behavior: Implement Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior plan for individual students.PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Nurture a positive relationship with super-ordinates, subordinates and peers. Demonstrate respect for super-ordinates, subordinates and peers. Support corporation decisions and direction relative to matters of policy and administrative directives. Work as a team player. Demonstrate ability to deal with sensitive issues in a tactful and professional manner. Address concerns and offer suggestions in an appropriate and confidential manner.Career Insights for Special Education Teacher
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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.
$64,133 / year median in Indiana
+5% projected growth