Ape-Special Education Teacher-26-27-02

Los Lunas Public Schools; Los Lunas (NM); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational institution in Los Lunas, NM seeks a Special Education Teacher to create flexible programs and environments that foster learning and personal growth for students with disabilities. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in special education and have the relevant licensure. Responsibilities include developing instructional plans, evaluating student performance, and collaborating with parents. Competitive salary based on experience offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in special education required.
• License from New Mexico Public Education Department in Special Education needed.
• Ability to develop Individualized Education Programs.

Responsibilities

• Follow local laws and education policies.
• Maintain student confidentiality.
• Organize balanced programs of instruction.
• Evaluate and maintain an accurate written record of each student’s performance, growth skills and knowledge.
• Assist in the development of Individualized Education Programs to meet individual student’s needs.
• Confer, as needed, with parents to discuss the individual student’s progress.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aides, when appropriate.
• Perform other relevant tasks as assigned.

Skills

Special Education expertise

Classroom management

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in special education

New Mexico Public Education Department Licensure

Job description

TITLE: Special Education Teacher

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s degree in special education from an accredited college or university
2. New Mexico Public Education Department Licensure in Special Education

OVERVIEW OF JOB DESCRIPTION

To create a flexible program and an environment favorable to learning and personal growth for students; to motivate each student to develop skills, knowledge, and attitudes in accordance with ability; to develop the student’s special talents; to develop sound opinions based on facts; and to develop proficiency in inquiry skills and concepts.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Follow local, state and federal law and adhere to Public Education Department and Local School Board Policy.
2. Maintain confidentiality of student information.
3. Develop instructional plans and organize class time to provide a balanced program of instruction for students with disabilities.
4. Evaluate and maintain an accurate written record of each student’s performance, growth skills and knowledge.
5. Assist in the development of Individualized Education Programs to meet individual student’s needs.
6. Confer, as needed, with parents to discuss the individual student’s progress.
7. Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aides, when appropriate.
8. Perform other relevant tasks as assigned.

REPORTS TO

Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Work year will be in accordance with current schedule. Salary to be determined by individual training and experience level on current Certified Salary Schedule.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Until filled