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.
Special Education Teacher General Information Salaried Position with paid holidays and 10 paid time off (PTO) days per school year Extra-curricular and summer positions available for additional income Ten-month position with pay spread over 12 months
Schedule:
7:45 am - 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday, school days according to the calendar
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision; No up-front costs for individual; 1% of salary for family Tuition Reimbursement 403b Retirement Plan Responsibilities and Duties Assesses students' needs to direct and guide instruction. Writes clear and appropriate instructional goals that are reflected in the student's IEP. Establishes clear expectations and motivation for student achievement. Creates and maintains an effective, engaging, and safe learning environment. Teaches students in small groups or 1:1 according to the students' individualized goals. Designs learning activities tailored to the needs, goals and accommodations of each student. Monitors and reports student progress using a variety of methods. Displays a high degree of flexibility and responsiveness in meeting the learning needs of students. Appropriately handles confidential information and maintains accurate records. Initiates regular consultation to support fully-included students. Collaborates with faculty in a supportive and cooperative manner to ensure IEP accommodations are met. Provides clear direction, support and feedback to paraprofessionals assigned to work in the special education classroom setting or with individual students. Actively participates in professional development activities. Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal, Assistant Principal or designee. Physical Demands and Evaluation The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teacher to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is regularly required to talk or hear. The teacher is frequently required to walk, climb stairs, and bend. The teacher is required to use hands to fingers or handle documents, telephone, etc. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. The person filling this position will be evaluated according to the teacher evaluation procedures adopted by Arts Academy Elementary Charter School.
Reports to:
Principal Job Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Special Education required. Valid PA Special Education Teacher Certification required. Experience teaching elementary-aged special education students is preferred. Experience teaching or working with students from diverse backgrounds is preferred. This is a Full-Time, 10 month position offering a comprehensive benefit package including Medical, Dental, and Vision.
Salary:
$48,000 w/Bachelor's Degree; $50,000 w/Master's Degree Professional references are required. The following clearances and documents will be required prior to the first day of employment, to be obtained at the cost of the applicant. Failure to provide these clearances and documents within a reasonable time frame will result in withdrawal of job offer. Act 151: Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance PA State Police Request for Criminal Records Check Act 114:
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