Inspiring Special Education Teacher: IEP-Driven

Montgomery County Public Schools; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 66,690 - 135,745; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher for Whetstone Elementary School in Gaithersburg to provide direct instruction and support to students with disabilities, collaborating with the general education teacher to monitor progress and outcomes.

Responsibilities include assisting in IEP development and complying with MCPS policies, ESSA/IDEA, and behavioral interventions. The role requires attendance at meetings outside instructional hours as mandated.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in special education required.
• Maryland SPC I certification or eligibility.
• Experience with IEP development and assessment.
• Ability to collaborate with general ed and parents.
• Knowledge of ESSA/IDEA and related policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction and instructional support to students with disabilities.
• Monitor outcomes and participate in development of IEPs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and specialists for student success.
• Attend school meetings and activities outside the instructional day as required by MCPS.

Skills

IEP knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Data collection

Communication skills

Behavior management knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in special education

Maryland SPC I Certification

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher for Whetstone Elementary School in Gaithersburg to provide direct instruction and support to students with disabilities, collaborating with the general education teacher to monitor progress and outcomes.

Responsibilities include assisting in IEP development and complying with MCPS policies, ESSA/IDEA, and behavioral interventions. The role requires attendance at meetings outside instructional hours as mandated.