Elementary Special Education Teacher — IEP & Inclusion

Brainerd Public Schools; Baxter (MN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 93,000; Full time

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Job summary

Brainerd Public Schools in Baxter, MN is seeking a Special Education Teacher to provide case management, targeted instruction, and IEP-driven services for students with disabilities.

The role requires collaboration with families, a strong understanding of state and federal regulations, and experience in evaluating progress and coordinating services; full-time, Monday–Friday, on-site at Baxter Elementary.

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota teaching license in Special Education or willingness secure licensure.
• Experience teaching in special education settings.
• Experience in due process procedures including conducting evaluations, writing IEP's, monitoring progress, and facilitating meetings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct Part B evaluations.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team assessments of a child, the child's family, and in the development of integrated goals and outcomes for the IEP.
• Educate parents and others regarding the provision of services.
• Provide research based specialized instruction as outlined in the IEP.
• Consult with parents, other service providers and representatives of appropriate community agencies to ensure the effective provision of services.
• Prepare a preplanned schedule of individualized and small group age-appropriate activities for classroom instruction.
• Supervise and provide direction for classroom Teaching Assistants.
• Maintain suitable classroom and behavior management.
• Monitor classroom instruction for purpose of ensuring student progress and a safe learning environment.
• Utilize a variety of materials and teaching techniques.
• Participate physically with the students in activities being taught.
• Plan and conduct a system of continuous evaluation of each student's progress.
• Coordinate provision of services for the purpose of maximizing opportunities for learning.
• Participate in meetings (IEP, conferences, parent meetings, in-services, etc.) for the purpose of developing plans and/or providing information regarding student's goals/outcomes.
• Provide training to related service personnel and parents in the area of student's disabilities.
• Prepare documentation (evaluations, observations, progress reports) for the purpose of providing information and reporting requirements.
• Maintain records and reports as required and for compliance with administrative policies, state and federal rules and regulations.
• Make referrals to other professionals and agencies on behalf of the student as appropriate.
• Encourage parents and instruct them in appropriate methods to assist their child.
• Collaborate with other Special Education Teachers to ensure successful transition for students from one setting to another.
• Participate in staff development opportunities to improve job related skills.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• All other duties as assigned.

Job description

Brainerd Public Schools in Baxter, MN is seeking a Special Education Teacher to provide case management, targeted instruction, and IEP-driven services for students with disabilities.

The role requires collaboration with families, a strong understanding of state and federal regulations, and experience in evaluating progress and coordinating services; full-time, Monday–Friday, on-site at Baxter Elementary.