Collaborative SpEd Teacher-Golden Springs Elem.

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Anniston (AL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Anniston City Board of Education seeks a TEACHER - Special Education to provide specialized instruction and support for students with diverse learning needs in a 9-month program. The role emphasizes establishing strong relationships, implementing instructional goals, and maintaining compliance with federal/state requirements.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher and Alabama Professional Educator Certificate in Special Education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Alabama Professional Educator Certificate in Special Education.
• Other qualifications as the board may require.

Responsibilities

• Creates a classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth of students enrolled in an educational setting.
• Establishes effective rapport with students and motivates students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge for responsible citizenship.
• Maintains order and discipline in the classroom.
• Prepares for cases assigned and shows written evidence of preparation when requested.
• Employs varied instructional techniques and media tailored to students' needs and locations.
• Strives to implement the school system’s philosophy of education and instructional goals.
• Evaluates student progress on a regular basis.
• Maintains accurate records as required by law and policy.
• Upholds school rules and policies; makes time available to students and parents outside instructional hours.
• Attends faculty and department meetings; assists in selecting books and instructional materials.
• Fosters open communication with students and parents regarding academic and behavioral progress.
• Pursues ongoing professional growth through workshops and advanced coursework.
• Maintains compliance with all Special Education federal and state requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the principal.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university

Alabama Professional Educator Certificate in Special Education

Other qualifications as the board may require

Job description

JOB TITLE: TEACHER - Special Education

WORK DAYS: 9 MONTHS (187 DAYS)

REPORTS TO: Principal and Senior Director of Special Education

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university
2. Alabama Professional Educator Certificate in Special Education
3. Other qualifications as the board may require

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Creates a classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth of students enrolled in an educational setting. Establishes effective rapport with students and motivates students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation on becoming a responsible citizen in accordance with each students' ability.

• Maintains order and discipline in his/her classroom.

• Prepares for cases assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the principal.

• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student group.

• Strives to implement by instruction and action the school system’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.

• Evaluates student progress on a regular basis.

• Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, system policy, and administrative regulations.

• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy.

• Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.

• Attends and participates in faculty meetings and department meetings.

• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

• Works to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both the broad academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.

• Provides for his/her professional growth through an ongoing program of special education workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced course work at institutions of higher learning.

• Maintains and supports all Special Education Federal and State requests.

• Performs such other duties as the principal may determine.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities.

EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with evaluation procedures and Board policy.

PLEASE NOTE: All candidates must submit to a background check. Employment is contingent upon candidate meeting suitability criteria as established by the Alabama Department of Education. The Anniston City Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the 1972 Educational Amendments. Anniston City Board of Education is required by state law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility. In addition to determining whether a new hire is authorized to work in the United States, E-Verify will confirm that the employee's name and SSN match.