Impactful Special Education Teacher

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Alabama; On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery Public Schools seeks a dedicated special education professional to support students with individualized education plans. The role emphasizes implementing curricula, collaborating with families and staff, and driving student achievement through effective instructional strategies.

The position requires Alabama licensure in special education, strong communication, and the ability to use technology for planning, assessment, and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Alabama teaching certificate in special education.
• Meet suitability criteria under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.
• Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills with a wide variety of people.
• Ability to develop and implement curriculum for assigned students.
• Ability to identify and solve problems as a productive team member.
• Ability to use technology to communicate, plan and provide instruction, manage data, and prepare reports.
• Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity to perform job responsibilities.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, assist with toileting and hygiene needs.
• Ability to transfer, feed students, and provide physical intervention when required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Punctual and regular attendance.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates support for the school system and its goals.
• Demonstrates knowledge of child development and special education characteristics.
• Implements prescribed curriculum and best instructional practices.
• Participates in development of students’ IEPs as an IEP team member.
• Implements students’ IEPs and schedules IEP meetings.
• Uses a variety of instructional strategies aligned to student needs.
• Monitors student participation and collaborates with teachers to support progress.
• Uses technology to plan, deliver instruction, and facilitate learning.
• Models and integrates technology in classroom instruction and assessment.
• Maintains supervision for a safe learning environment.
• Assists in behavior management and crisis intervention per policy.
• Collaborates with staff and parents to maximize student achievement.
• Develops long-range instructional plans and objectives.
• Sets goals for daily, weekly and long-range lessons.
• Adapts materials to meet special needs and objectives.
• Maintains organized learning environments and manages time effectively.
• Interprets data to drive diagnostic and instructional decisions.
• Communicates student progress to parents and colleagues clearly.
• Maintains confidentiality of student/school/workplace matters.
• Participates in state-approved evaluation programs and school committees.
• Performs other duties as assigned by principal or supervisor.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Curriculum development

Team collaboration

Technology use

Adaptability

Physical ability

Punctual attendance

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Alabama teaching certificate in special education

Suitability criteria per Alabama Child Protection Act

Proficiency in communication (oral/written)

Job description

Montgomery Public Schools seeks a dedicated special education professional to support students with individualized education plans. The role emphasizes implementing curricula, collaborating with families and staff, and driving student achievement through effective instructional strategies.

The position requires Alabama licensure in special education, strong communication, and the ability to use technology for planning, assessment, and reporting.