Special Education Teacher

2 months ago


Pensacola, United States Phoenix Learning Academy Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Under the direction of the school Director, the Florida State certified Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities; Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives; Utilizes knowledge of the science of Behavior Analysis in all instructional tasks; follows all procedures of the school and mandates under the state of Florida.

Essential functions of the job may include but are not limited to the following:

  • Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives of each student.
  • Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques.
  • Employs various teaching techniques, methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their goals.
  • Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include; present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals.
  • Attends team meetings and works cooperatively with other instructors in developing instructional goals and strategies.
  • Creates a positive learning experience with emphasis in individualized instruction using appropriate sources including iPads, smartboards, and other technology available.
  • Conducts special education evaluations and re-evaluations.
  • Provides direction, supervision and evaluation of educational assistants as directed.
  • Complies with school policies and all state/federal rules and regulations.
  • Completes all district and state reporting requirements.
  • Maintains constant supervision of students.

Other functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:

  • Establishes and maintains student control and discipline in the classroom, school premises or during school activities.
  • Employs and implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation and mutual respect consistent with school policies and procedures.
  • Performs other comparable duties of a like or similar nature apparent or as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Ability Required:

-Minimum B.A/B.S degree in teaching from an accredited institution in the appropriate special education area.

-Current Florida teaching certificate.

-Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of special education and specialty area.

-Thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching of students with disabilities.

-Thorough knowledge of school rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior.

-Ability to deliver and articulate oral presentations and written reports.

-Ability to effectively analyze needs and problems objectively.

-Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, students, parents, staff, administration and the general public.

-Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program.

-Knowledge of relevant technology including the use of technology such as i-pads and smart boards to individualize instruction.

-Knowledge and skills in working with children with ASD and behavior and emotional disabilities.
-Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.

-Must have working knowledge of the science of Behavior Analysis

Physical Requirements
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift, move and/or support up to 50 pounds (and/or up to adult size body weight with two-to-three person lift). Position can require some degree of physical interaction with students who have difficulty controlling physical behavior.


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