6th Grade SPED Teacher — IEP-Driven, Inclusive Education

AERRC; Utqiaġvik (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus $7,500

Job summary

AERRC in Utqiaġvik, AK is seeking a dedicated Special Education teacher to implement research-based instructional strategies tailored to each student, including preschool capacities and gifted/talented considerations. You will develop individualized instruction plans and collaborate with regular education staff to promote inclusive learning.

The role requires Alaska teaching certification in Special Education, a degree in education, and experience with students with intensive needs; cultural

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education required; Master's degree preferred.
• Alaska Teaching Certificate with Special Education endorsement required.
• Three years’ experience in education preferred.
• Inupiaq language, history & culture experience preferred.
• Experience with students with intensive needs preferred.
• Experience with students who are visually impaired and Braille preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote cooperative relationships with students, parents, supervisors, administrators, staff, and community members.
• Develop awareness of local culture to provide bicultural/multicultural instruction.
• Plan and conduct ESER/IEP meetings for reviewing referrals, assessments, and the placement process.
• Implement the IEP developed for each student with inclusion in regular education settings.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and manage files.
• Adhere to district policies and professional teaching standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Cultural awareness

Flexibility

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Master's Degree (preferred)

Job description

AERRC in Utqiaġvik, AK is seeking a dedicated Special Education teacher to implement research-based instructional strategies tailored to each student, including preschool capacities and gifted/talented considerations. You will develop individualized instruction plans and collaborate with regular education staff to promote inclusive learning.

The role requires Alaska teaching certification in Special Education, a degree in education, and experience with students with intensive needs; cultural