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.
A valid Nebraska teaching with an endorsement in special education K-6 or
K-12 REPORTS TO
Receives guidance from building principal and Director of Student Services
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides accommodations that can be implemented during services and collaborate with the general education teachers to ensure they are in place while the student is in the general education setting. Completes Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) as needed based on individual student needs. Plans for and uses paraprofessionals effectively to support the students. Continuous assessment and evaluation of progress toward Individual Education Program (IEP) goals. Develops students' cognitive, emotional and social capacities for learning. Working with and understanding a diverse student population. Plans for and guides the learning process to help students achieve their program objectives. Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning. Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction. Selects and uses effective instructional methods, district approved intervention programs, and learning materials. Establishes a cooperative relationship with all assigned students. Maintains open lines of communications with parents, guardians and staff. Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research. Maintain compliance on all special education procedures, timelines, and documents such as Individual Education Program (IEP), progress reporting, parent notification, consents, evaluation process, etc. Other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Never 0%, Occasional 1-32%, Frequent 33-66%, Constant 67%+
