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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.
$66,944 / year median in Michigan
+2% projected growth
Job Description
SUMMARY :
Instructs students in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth in the subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible men and women.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
. Other duties may be assigned.- Teach Lakeview School District approved curriculum.
- Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
- Prepare for classes assigned.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs & capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
- Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
- Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct. Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, while maintaining order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
- Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
- Evaluate pupils' academic and social growth, keeping appropriate records and prepare progress reports.
- Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
- Diagnose the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
- Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations.
- Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day as necessary.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Students, student aides, and parent helpers.QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
: Possess a Bachelor's Degree from accredited college or university. Experience working with students in a diverse, multicultural academic setting Lifelong learner with a collaborative spirit Bilingual preferred but not requiredCERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Michigan teaching certificate with Industrial Technology (IX) endorsement.PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
- Master's Degree preferred
- Experience working with students in a diverse, multicultural academic setting
- Bilingual preferred but not required