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Westview School Corporation

Westview Jr/Sr High School Special Education Teacher - 50%

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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

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Job Description

Qualifications:
Must have a valid Indiana teaching license in the appropriate area.
Reports To:
Principal Job Goal:
To help students learn subject matter and/or skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible men and women.
Performance Responsibilities:
Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, and in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students. Utilizes instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for teaching the state mandated curriculum standards. Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required. Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required. Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner. Strives to maintain and improve professional competence. Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees. Acts in a professional and ethical manner at all times to uphold the school and community values.
Terms of Employment:
Salary and work year to be according to the current schedule.
Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance