Empowering Special Education Classroom Teacher

Seattle Public Schools; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Public Schools in Seattle, WA is seeking a Special Education Classroom Teacher to work under the general direction of the building principal or program manager. You will foster an effective learning environment, adapt learning objectives and standards for students with special needs, provide instruction, counseling, and supervision, and evaluate student progress according to district guidelines.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families and staff, development of IEP goals, data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and credentials in special education.
• Special Education Endorsement required for the state of Washington.
• Experience with developing and implementing IEP goals and accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Foster an educational environment meeting individual student needs; plan and adapt lessons.
• Use appropriate instructional methods and materials; align with district curricula.
• Establish classroom policies; guide student behavior and conduct; provide counseling where needed.
• Collaborate with families, specialists and staff to support student progress and compliance.
• Collect data to evaluate and report student progress and IEP outcomes.
• Attend required staff meetings and participate in district initiatives.

Skills

Effective behavior management

IEP development

Differentiated instruction

Communication with parents

Education

Bachelor's degree

Special Education Endorsement

Job description

Seattle Public Schools in Seattle, WA is seeking a Special Education Classroom Teacher to work under the general direction of the building principal or program manager. You will foster an effective learning environment, adapt learning objectives and standards for students with special needs, provide instruction, counseling, and supervision, and evaluate student progress according to district guidelines.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families and staff, development of IEP goals, data