Job Title:      Special Education Teacher

Location:       Secondary School

Reports To:     Building Principal

       Position Purpose:  Under the general supervision of the school principal, the Special Education Teacher will maximize the learning experience of students with special needs in the following areas:

• Implementing a district-approved curriculum.

• Assisting learners in their academic and interpersonal skills and daily living activities.

• Documenting teaching and student achievements, activities and outcomes.

• Addressing students' specific needs.

• Providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

      Essential Duties

• Conducts assessments, testing, and diagnostic examinations of students to identify learning issues and recommend courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning. 

• Participates in PPTs and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans (IEP) for students. 

• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEPs and behavior management plans. 

• Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations, and institutions, including state and federal authorities. 

• Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual students' abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and familiarize stakeholders with social work services. 

• Serves as a ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school. 

• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, conducting research, and maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community. 

• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as district procedures and applicable laws require. 

• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents. 

• Assists in the orientation of new teachers and provides in-service training in guidance. 

• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids, and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

Additional Duties 

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators designated by the Superintendent. 

Note:   The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive for every task or responsibility. 

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities 

• Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc., and proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs. 

• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based on student learning styles. 

• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans. 

• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students. 

• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed. 

• Ability to organize and coordinate work. 

• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents. 

• Ability to engage in self-evaluation about performance and professional growth. 

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

 Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in education.

• Master’s Degree in Special Education.

• Strong communication skills; ability to write, speak clearly and accurately. 

• Possesses strong organizational skills.

 Terms of Employment

•   Full-Time

•   10 month

•   Exempt             

 To apply electronically, please visit https://www.applitrack.com/southampton/onlineapp/