Engaging Special Education Teacher (0.5 FTE)

Montgomery County Public Schools; Kensington (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) seeks a part-time Special Education Teacher at Stephen Knolls, a specialized school for students with disabilities, including age 21 to participate in PEP. This 0.5 FTE role focuses on delivering direct instruction and supporting IEP goals in a collaborative setting.

The position emphasizes knowledge of IEPs, differentiated instruction, and compliance with ESSA/IDEA policies, with required professional coursework in behavioral management and crisis

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in special education.
• Meets Maryland certification requirements for SPC I in special education.
• Two years teaching experience at elementary or secondary level (or equivalent).
• Knowledge of IEP, learning theory, differentiated instruction, and data collection.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction and instructional support to students with disabilities.
• Collaborate with general education teachers.
• Monitor and evaluate outcomes for students with disabilities.
• Assist in the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEP).

Skills

IEP knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Data collection

Communication skills

Collaboration with parents

Understanding of ESSA/IDEA

TPGS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

SPC I Certification in Special Education

Content-area certification desirable

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) seeks a part-time Special Education Teacher at Stephen Knolls, a specialized school for students with disabilities, including age 21 to participate in PEP. This 0.5 FTE role focuses on delivering direct instruction and supporting IEP goals in a collaborative setting.

The position emphasizes knowledge of IEPs, differentiated instruction, and compliance with ESSA/IDEA policies, with required professional coursework in behavioral management and crisis