FY27: Teacher, Resource Special Education (SESES RTSE), Eastern MS, 1.0 FTE

Montgomery County Public Schools; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 67,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks a FY27: Teacher, Resource Special Education (SESES RTSE) at Eastern High School for a 1.0 FTE position. The role provides leadership to the Special Education Department, supports classroom teachers, and collaborates on PLC initiatives to improve student outcomes.

The candidate will work under school administration, apply knowledge of IEPs and ESSA requirements, and participate in activities outside instructional hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of MCPS curriculum, learning theory, and differentiated instruction.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers, parents/guardians, and administrators.

Responsibilities

• Support special education teachers in instructional planning and delivery.
• Serve as liaison to the DSES and participate in school leadership teams.
• Observe and analyze instructional practices to support professional growth.

Skills

Communication skills

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration with PLCs

Education

Master's degree or Masters equivalency

Job description

Job Description - FY27: Teacher, Resource Special Education (SESES RTSE), Eastern MS, 1.0 FTE (26006YS)

Job Description

FY27: Teacher, Resource Special Education (SESES RTSE), Eastern MS, 1.0 FTE

Job Specific Information : The wage range for this position is a salary between $66,690 and $135,745 based on education and experience. For information about benefits, please follow the link below.https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

MCPS Official Job Description

Summary Description:
Under the supervision of school administration, provides leadership to the Department of Special Education (DSES) or program within high schools. Serves as the liaison to the DSES. Supports special education classroom teachers in the instructional program and planning for appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities. Serves as an instructional role model, supports the development of a professional learning community (PLC) within the department and the school, observes and analyzes instructional practices related to teacher professional growth and evaluation. Serves as an active participant on the school based leadership team in analyzing student achievement data and supporting teachers with instructional strategies.Physical Demands:As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.Special Requirements:Required to attend school meetings, programs, and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the Montgomery County Education Association agreement. Teachers employed in special education schools or discrete special education service models are required to successfully complete specific courses provided by MCPS. The courses are designed to meet the needs of students with disabilities, particularly courses in behavioral management which include nonviolent crisis interventions. Teachers in these identified schools and programs will be required to support behavioral interventions.

Knowledge Skills Abilities: Knowledge of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) curriculum, learning theory, differentiated instruction, data collection, and research-based instructional practices. Thorough knowledge of the MCPS special education program, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA 2015), Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA 2004), and state and federal policies related to special education. Ability to work well with students with disabilities, teachers, other professionals, administrators, and parents/guardians of students with disabilities. Ability to appropriately adapt instructional programs and materials to meet the needs of students with disabilities. Ability to work effectively with adults in a PLC; observe and analyze teaching skills, and assess delivery of curriculum to students with disabilities; current in best instructional practices; collaborates with all aspects of the school community and DSES. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills. Knowledge of and the ability to apply the six performance standards established for the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Teacher Professional Growth System (TPGS).

Education Training Experience: Masters degree or Masters equivalency from an accredited college or university in special education, general education, educational administration and supervision, or a related field. Certification in a secondary content area is desirable. Three years or more of successful classroom experience as a special education teacher working with students with varying special instructional needs. Two distinctly different special education teaching experiences preferred. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.Certificate License:Meets Maryland State Department of Education certification requirements for an Advanced Professional Certificate (APC) in special education.

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