Elementary SPED Teacher - Impact & Collaboration

Westmoreland County Public Schools; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization is looking for an Elementary Special Education Teacher responsible for curriculum design, implementing effective instructional strategies, and monitoring student progress. The position requires a Virginia teaching license and focuses on creating a supportive classroom environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in individualized program planning and collaboration with other educators. The role is a 10-month position with specific teaching responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching license.
• Demonstrated ability to implement effective instructional strategies.
• Ability to assess and evaluate student progress.

Responsibilities

• Participate in curriculum review and design.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction.
• Create a conducive classroom environment.
• Assess student accomplishments and provide progress reports.

Skills

Effective instructional strategies

Student evaluation

Individualized program planning

Collaboration with teachers

Education

Virginia teaching license

Job description

Position Description

POSITION TITLE: Elementary Special Education Teacher

FLSA: Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS: Must hold or be eligible for Virginia teaching license.

REPORTS TO:Principal and/or other Supervisor

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 10 month position,200 day contract with 180 teaching days

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Participate in curriculum review and design.

2. Implementa variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives.

3. Diagnose and evaluate student abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner.

4. Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.

5. Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.

6. Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.

7. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.

8. Refer students for alternative services as provided by the School Division (Special Education, Gifted Education, Reading Intervention, English Learner/Migrant Education).

9. Effectively implement division initiatives.

10. Effectively collaborate with department and grade level teachers.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.
2. Attend meetings and perform duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
3. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
4. Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, division policy and administrative regulation.
5. Serve on committees as assigned.
6. Remain current on instructional practices in education. (e.g. instructional technology)