Exceptional Education Teacher — IEPs, Data & Impact

Hamilton County Schools; Washington Heights (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County Schools in Chattanooga, TN seeks an Exceptional Education teacher to support students with disabilities and help them access high-quality instruction aligned to IEP goals.

The role emphasizes collaboration with general education staff, data collection, and ongoing assessment, including coordinating supports with related service providers. Strong communication with families is required.

Qualifications

• TN teaching certification in Special Education with endorsements 144/145/460/461.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Knowledge of IDEA and state special education rules and safeguards.

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

Skills

Special Education cert TN

IDEA knowledge

Assessment proficiency

Technology skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

EasyIEP

Job description

Hamilton County Schools in Chattanooga, TN seeks an Exceptional Education teacher to support students with disabilities and help them access high-quality instruction aligned to IEP goals.

The role emphasizes collaboration with general education staff, data collection, and ongoing assessment, including coordinating supports with related service providers. Strong communication with families is required.