Ex Ed Teacher

Hamilton County Department of Education; East Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

East Ridge High School in Chattanooga, TN, part of Hamilton County Schools, seeks an Exceptional Education teacher to support students with disabilities. The role focuses on delivering specialized instruction, implementing IEPs, and collaborating with teams to ensure student progress and compliance.

The candidate must hold Tennessee SPED certification, with experience in data-driven planning, assessments, and assistive technologies.

Qualifications

• Teaching candidates must hold a valid Tennessee teaching certification in Special Education (Endorsements 144, 145, 460, or 461).
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Knowledge of IDEA and state special education rules/regulations.
• Experience with students with mild to moderate disabilities.
• Technology skills to implement academic/behavior interventions; familiarity with EasyIEP and related platforms.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills for teaching, assessment, meetings and data management.
• Experience with standard and alternate assessments.

Responsibilities

• Participate in referral and evaluation processes.
• Develop individualized instruction plans (IEPs) and objectives.
• Manage caseload for standard and alternate assessments.
• Deliver lessons in general ed and special education settings based on IEPs.
• Prepare lessons and resources aligned with Hamilton County curriculum.
• Collect data on IEP goals and adjust programs accordingly.
• Collaborate with general education and other special education teachers.
• Coordinate with related service providers for assistive technology.

Skills

Special Education certification

Bachelor's degree

IDEA knowledge

Experience with disabilities

Technology skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field

Tools

EasyIEP

Job description

Overview

Hamilton County Schools, located in Chattanooga, TN, is working to ensure that all students thrive and experience a future without limits. We are committed to excellence for every student and are seeking outstanding leaders, teachers, support staff, and district employees who desire to make a difference in the lives of students. With nearly 75 schools, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County.

Overview

Hamilton County Schools, located in Chattanooga, TN, is working to ensure that all students thrive and experience a future without limits. We are committed to excellence for every student and are seeking outstanding leaders, teachers, support staff, and district employees who desire to make a difference in the lives of students. With nearly 75 schools, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County. Learn more about working for Hamilton County Schools at careers.hcde.org and get to know us and our strategic plan, Opportunity 2030. At East Ridge High School, our mission is to grow together, empower all, and inspire students to boldly chase their goals. Guided by our vision of empowering every student to grow, lead with purpose, and change the world, we are a diverse 9-12 learning community located in Chattanooga, Tennessee, committed to excellence and continuous improvement. Every Student At ERHS Participates In a Future Ready Institute, Ensuring Their High School Experience Is Connected To Real-world Pathways. Our Institutes Include

• Cempa Institute of Leadership and Public Health
• Institute of Automotive, Building Construction and Design

Through these opportunities, students gain access to dual enrollment, industry certifications, and work-based learning that prepare them for success in college, career, and life. As a Title I school community with more than 14 nationalities represented, we celebrate the diversity that strengthens our culture and reflects the world our students are preparing to lead.

East Ridge High School is looking for positive, energetic educators who see themselves as leaders and partners in our mission. We want teachers who are passionate about student growth, coachable and collaborative, and committed to building relationships that inspire students to reach their highest potential.

In addition, qualified applicants should demonstrate exceptional skills in the following areas:

• Building strong relationships with students, staff, and families
• Communicating effectively across all settings
• Managing classrooms with high expectations and support
• Designing and delivering meaningful, rigorous instruction
• Engaging students in active learning
• Collaborating with teammates, coaches, and administrators
• Solving problems with creativity and professionalism

If you are passionate about meeting the needs of the whole child, eager to grow as an educator through ongoing professional development, and motivated to go above and beyond to see students thrive, East Ridge High School is the place for you. Join us in growing together, empowering all, and inspiring students to boldly chase their goals. Go Pioneers!

The purpose of this job is to ensure that students with disabilities learn and achieve at their highest potential. The main goals of an Exceptional Education teacher are to identify the individual needs of each child and create a healthy, inspiring and supportive learning environment. The Exceptional Education teacher is to be a connector to core instruction, a case manager, liaison to parents, coordinator of supports and services, collector of data, and respond to student needs. The Exceptional Education teacher continually models learning so students can achieve their highest potential by participating in learning to the greatest extent possible. This teacher will be responsible for providing academic and behavior support to provide students with access to tier 1 instruction and perform on standard assessments and alternate assessments with proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the referral and evaluation processes
• Coordinate the development of individual instruction plans for students, including developmental and sequential short-term objectives leading to the achievement of goals specified in the IEP.
• Manage a caseload of students who are eligible to participate in the standard assessments and alternate assessments
• Teach groups of students and individuals in separate locations and general education settings based on the IEP service provisions for students based on student need. Teach credit bearing classes for students eligible for participation in standard and alternate assessment.
• Prepare and deliver lessons and resources in support of student IEPs and approved Hamilton County curriculum.
• Conduct ongoing data collection on all IEP goals and objectives.
• Develop and adapt individualized teaching methods that are suitable for each of their student’s unique needs while ensuring compliance with the student’s IEP.
• Assess student work to provide timely feedback and inform instructional decisions.
• Collaborate with general education and other exceptional education teachers to plan for and provide specially designed instruction.
• Work in collaboration with related service providers to access and utilize special tools and assistive technology when necessary. Request support and assistance from specialized resource personnel when appropriate.
• Provide consultation to other educational personnel as appropriate
• Facilitate IEP meetings including parents/guardians as full members of IEP teams.
• Monitor student progress and update individualized educational programs
• Participate and conduct reviews of student progress
• Hold and attend regular parental conferences
• Develop and implement transition programming for students age 14 plus
• Work in collaboration with related service providers for students with communication disorders to teach and implement specialized communication systems

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• May include providing general physical assistance to students with various disabilities. Tasks may involve, but are not limited to, assisting students with toileting/feeding/other self-help and behavioral needs.
• Participate in training programs related to delivery of IEPs or curriculum
• Maintain all required special education records, ensuring that they are complete, accurate and within all timelines.
• Attends work and arrives to work on time.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Adheres to the Teacher Code of Ethics as defined by Tennessee Law
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Teaching candidates must hold a valid state of Tennessee teaching certification in Special Education (Endorsements: 144, 145, 460, or 461) If you hold a teaching license in another state, you must apply for a Tennessee teaching license.
• Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree.
• Knowledge of IDEA, current state special education rules and regulations, and compliance addressing programming, assessment and procedural safeguards for students with disabilities.
• Experience working with students with mild to moderate disabilities in a school setting
• Technology skills to facilitate implementation of academic and/or behavior intervention programs, in addition to a variety of technology platforms.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills to facilitate teaching, assessment, meeting and data management responsibilities including EasyIEP.
• Experience with administration and interpretation of standard assessments and alternate assessments.