Interim PRE-K Special Education Teacher

Maury County Public Schools; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 50,006 - 89,915; Full time

Job summary

Maury County Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher in Tupelo, Mississippi. This role involves developing and implementing Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs) for students, providing specialized instruction, and collaborating with teachers and parents to enhance student learning.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating special education services and maintaining strict confidentiality regarding student records. A Bachelor's degree in Special Education is required, along with experience in behavior intervention and instructional techniques.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field.
• Proven experience with IEP planning and implementation.
• Strong communication skills with parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEP plans for students.
• Provide specialized instruction according to IEP goals.
• Coordinate delivery of special education services.
• Schedule IEP meetings with parents/guardians.
• Manage student behavior and interventions.

Skills

Specialized instruction

Behavior intervention planning

Consultation with teachers

Record maintenance compliance

Parent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Job description

Overview

Job Overview: Assesses student progress, determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques, and provides parents reports of the student's progress as outlined in district procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students.
• Provides research-based, specialized instruction to address the instructional goals contained within each student's IEP.
• Coordinates the delivery of special education and related services in each student's IEP.
• Schedules IEP team meetings and serves as the primary contact for the parent/guardian.
• Manages student behavior and develops and implements behavior intervention plans when needed.
• Provides instructional direction to paraprofessional support staff.
• Provides consultation to classroom teachers regarding classroom accommodations, instructional modifications, adaptive equipment, behavior intervention plans to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
• Maintains students\' Special Education records according to state and federal regulations and district procedures.
• Represents the school and community in a positive manner.
• Regards information on student records and in the school setting as strictly confidential.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Salary: $50006 - $89915 per year