IEP-Driven Special Education Teacher

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Alabama; On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell County Schools seeks a Special Education Teacher to provide instruction for students with disabilities, implement IEPs, and collaborate with parents and staff. The role emphasizes individualized planning, data-driven instruction, and adherence to state regulations.

You will coordinate assessments, manage materials, and support school improvement while maintaining an engaging, safe learning environment for diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution.
• State of Alabama certification in the appropriate area.
• Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama Statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

Responsibilities

• Create or select long-range plans and write student’s annual IEP based on system and state curriculum priorities, instructional priorities and student’s disability.
• Define goals and objectives for unit and daily plans.
• Sequence content and activities appropriately.
• Identify specific intended learning outcomes which are challenging, meaningful and measurable.
• Revise plans based on student needs.
• Plan and prepare a variety of learning activities considering individual student’s culture, learning styles, special needs and socio-economic background.
• Develop or select instructional activities which foster active involvement of students in the learning process.
• Plan and prepare lessons and instructional strategies which support the school improvement plan and the system mission.
• Select, develop, modify and/or adapt materials and resources which support learning objectives and address students’ varying learning styles, backgrounds, and disability.
• Establish and maintain a positive and safe learning environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
• Maintain a clean, attractive and organized learning environment.
• Maintain academic focus by using a variety of motivational techniques.
• Establish and use behavior management techniques which are appropriate and effective.
• Establish routines and procedures and work with students on consistently following them.
• Create a learning climate that is challenging yet non-threatening.
• Maintain instructional momentum with smooth and efficient transitions from one activity to another.
• Establish appropriate testing environment and ensure test security.
• Establish and maintain effective and efficient record keeping procedures.
• Manage time effectively.
• Develop routines and efficient techniques for minimizing time required for administrative and organizational activities.
• Manage materials and equipment effectively.
• Organize materials for efficient distribution and collection.
• Instruct and supervise the work of volunteers and aides when assigned.
• Assist in enforcement of school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.
• Develop and use assessment strategies to assist in the continuous development of learners.
• Interpret and use data for diagnosis, instructional planning and program evaluation.
• Use ongoing assessment to monitor student progress and adjust curriculum and instruction.
• Provide feedback to students about the appropriateness of responses and quality of work with a focus on improving student performance.
• Communicate, in understandable terms, individual student progress knowledgeably to the student, parents and professional colleagues who need access to the information.
• Encourage self-assessment by students and assist them in developing plans for improving their performance.
• Administer standardized tests in accordance with directions provided, including proctoring and secure handling of materials.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of instructional units and teaching strategies.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of curriculum content.
• Communicate high learning expectations for all students.
• Apply principles of learning and effective teaching in instructional delivery.
• Monitor learning activities, providing feedback and reinforcement to students.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for teaching students from diverse backgrounds with different learning styles and special needs.
• Use appropriate techniques to enhance critical, creative and evaluative thinking capabilities of students.
• Use appropriate materials, technology and resources to help meet learning needs of all students.
• Assist students in assessing, interpreting and evaluating information from multiple sources.
• Provide appropriate instruction and modifications for students with special needs, including limited proficiency in English.
• Provide quality work for students focused on meaningful, relevant and engaging learning experiences.
• Provide instruction on safety procedures and proper handling of materials and equipment.
• Foster student responsibility, appropriate social behavior, integrity, valuing of cultural diversity, and respect for self and others.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with other professionals, students, parents and community.
• Collaborate with students, parents, school staff and other appropriate persons to assist in meeting student needs.
• Provide leadership for staffings and IEP meetings.
• Facilitate inclusion opportunities.
• Provide accurate and timely information to parents and students about academic and behavioral performance of students
• Work with other teachers in curriculum development, special activities, and sharing ideas and resources.
• Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate intervention, referral or reporting actions.
• Engage in continuing improvement of professional knowledge and skills.
• Assist others in acquiring knowledge and understanding of particular area of responsibility.
• Keep abreast of developments in instructional methodology, learning theory, curriculum trends and content.
• Conduct a personal assessment periodically to determine professional development needs with reference to specific instructional assignment.
• Develop and implement a Professional Development Plan annually in accordance with state and system requirements.
• Act in a professional and ethical manner and adhere to professional standards at all times.
• Perform assigned duties.
• Demonstrate attention to punctuality, attendance, records and reports.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and other professional information.
• Comply with policies, procedures and programs.
• Exercise appropriate professional judgment.
• Support school improvement initiatives by active participation in school activities, services and programs.
• Ensure that student growth/achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area and/or student program classification.
• Keep abreast of federal and state laws and regulations as they pertain to special education.
• Work with general education teachers to modify curriculum as needed when special needs students are assigned.
• Develop behavior intervention plans as needed to help students develop socially accepted behavior and to achieve academically.
• Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

Skills

IEP development

Classroom management

Parent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

State certification

Job description

Russell County Schools seeks a Special Education Teacher to provide instruction for students with disabilities, implement IEPs, and collaborate with parents and staff. The role emphasizes individualized planning, data-driven instruction, and adherence to state regulations.

You will coordinate assessments, manage materials, and support school improvement while maintaining an engaging, safe learning environment for diverse learners.