Special Education Teacher

1 week ago

Hershey, United States Career Connections Recruiting Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

SUMMARY


The Special Education Teacher plans and provides appropriate learning experiences for students in a variety of educational settings. The teacher is responsible for creating an environment that provides specialized instruction, such that students benefit from the curriculum and classroom structure to the greatest extent possible, in collaboration with other team members. This position leads the development and delivery of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and progress reporting on defined student goals and objectives.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Employs special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of the student as defined in the IEP.
  • Adapts classroom work to provide students with instructional materials that address the IEP within established lesson plans, and differentiates individualized needs within group learning contexts.
  • Administers developmental testing programs and subject-specific assessments to assess student competency levels and/or develop the IEP.
  • Teaches socially acceptable behavior, as determined by the students IEP and behavior plan, by employing techniques of Applied Behavior Analysis.
  • Assesses and creates data collection systems to collect data and updates student programs routinely for meaningful progress for each learner.
  • Plans the instructional and staffing arrangement and assignments within the classroom and inclusive settings for the school day as well as long-term classroom instructional planning.
  • Implements the curriculum within the classroom with fidelity and facilitates the training of classroom staff with teacher programs and academic curriculum.
  • Provides coaching to all team members in a supportive and collaborative manner and receives and implements coaching and feedback.
  • Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents, and various community resources to improve the quality of student outcomes and achieve established classroom objectives.
  • Maintains accurate and complete student records (attendance, special education paperwork, etc.) and prepares reports, as required by laws, organizational policies, and administrative regulations.
  • Monitors students in various educational environments (e.g., classroom, inclusive locations, recess, etc.) to provide a safe and positive learning environment.
  • Completes other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS


The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The following positions or movements are typical of the job: sitting, walking, running, standing, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, stooping, kneeling, and crawling, often for extended periods of the workday. Assignment may require the ability to physically move clients during possible physical interventions to maintain a safe learning environment.

The position requires that an individual be able to learn new tasks quickly and effectively. Job requirements may change frequently. The ability to understand and carry out detailed, involved instructions is mandatory.


EXPECTED SCHEDULE

Full-time days and hours of the workweek are Monday through Friday, as agreed upon by management, the classroom schedule, and the respective school district calendar. This position is also expected to work a range of 190-192 professional days annually. This is a 10-month position with incentivized compensation provided to staff that work the Extended School Year schedule.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Valid and active Instructional I or II Special Education Certification from the Commonwealth of PA required.
  • Previous experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders required, with knowledge of inclusion practices and Applied Behavior Analysis programming preferred.
  • Successful completion and renewal of emergency prevention & intervention strategies required.
  • Successful completion of all pre-employment requirements, including First Aid & CPR required.
  • Successful completion of all required PA Department of Education training required.
  • Ability to implement, train, and coach other staff on the implementation of services and proper crisis prevention and intervention techniques required.


KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

  • Masters Degree in Special Education preferred.
  • Ability to work efficiently with a service-oriented attitude with frequent interruptions.
  • Demonstrates strong relationship and networking skills.
  • Demonstrates strong leadership abilities and organizational skills.
  • Effectively manages multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines.
  • Problem-solves in a positive manner to analyze issues and create action plans.
  • Demonstrates flexibility, receptiveness to change, tactfulness, patience, and courtesy.


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