Elementary Special Education Teacher — Empower Student Growth

Concord Community Schools; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Concord Community Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a designated elementary school in Elkhart, IN. The role involves planning and implementing activities aligned with Indiana standards and collaborating with case conferences to develop IEPs for students needing access to the general curriculum.

Responsibilities include implementing IEPs with general education staff, monitoring progress, and sharing quarterly reports.

Qualifications

• The educator license or permit required by the Indiana Department of Education.
• A positive, student-centered attitude toward education and students.
• Ability to establish cooperative relationships and collaborate with others.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to maintain a safe, respectful, and orderly classroom.
• Ability to work with diverse student groups.
• Ability to enforce school rules and confidentiality policies.
• Proficiency with various computer and technology resources.
• Clean criminal background with no child abuse history.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement learning activities aligned with Indiana Academic Standards.
• Develop and monitor IEPs with case conference committees and ensure proper implementation.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support students' IEP goals.
• Maintain quarterly progress reports to track IEP goals.
• Schedule and participate in special education meetings and communicate notices timely.
• Build relationships with students' families and maintain ongoing communication.
• Continuously pursue professional growth to enhance student learning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Educator licensure

Student-centered

Collaboration

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Classroom management

Diversity inclusion

Confidentiality

Technology use

Background checks

Education

Indiana Department of Education license

Job description

Concord Community Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a designated elementary school in Elkhart, IN. The role involves planning and implementing activities aligned with Indiana standards and collaborating with case conferences to develop IEPs for students needing access to the general curriculum.

Responsibilities include implementing IEPs with general education staff, monitoring progress, and sharing quarterly reports.