Licensed Blind/Low Vision Teacher K - 12 Special Education

Decaturproud; Decatur (IN); Presencial; USD 40 000 - 60 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Comprehensive Certified Benefits Package

Resumo da oferta

ReNEW Schools in Decatur, Indiana, is seeking a Licensed Blind/Low Vision Teacher committed to supporting students' educational needs. This role includes conducting assessments, developing IEPs, facilitating engaging lessons, and collaborating effectively with students, parents, and staff. Ideal candidates will have a current Indiana Teaching License in Exceptional Needs-Blind/Low Vision and show proficiency in equitable instructional practices and technology integration. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualificações

• Knowledgeable in equitable instructional practices to support all learners.
• Ability to develop positive relationships with students and parents.
• Proficient in daily integration of technology in instruction.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct assessments and diagnostic examinations for students.
• Develop initial and annual IEPs for students.
• Facilitate effective lessons and prepare lessons with the learners' needs in mind.
• Collaborate with administrators, teachers, staff, and parents.
• Monitor progress and maintain data tracking.

Conhecimentos

Caring nature while teaching

Good observation skills

Patience

Interpersonal communication

Empathy

Organization

Expert in developing behavioral plans

Efficient in using visuals

Knowledge about technology

Formação académica

Current Indiana Teaching License

Content Area: Exceptional Needs-Blind/Low Vision

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Licensed Blind/Low Vision Teacher K - 12 Special Education

Job Description

Educational Responsibilities:

• Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for identifying learning issues, recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
• Develop initial and annual IEPs for students on their caseload.
• Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
• Facilitate effective lessons.
• Provide support for academic, behavioral, social emotional, and adaptive needs.
• Prepare lessons with the needs of the learners in mind.
• Design activities to achieve the learning objectives of the students.
• Respect students and treat them with compassion and understanding.
• Develop educational content including notes, assessments, and assignments.
• Progress monitor goals and achievement, maintain data tracking, evaluate and document progress.
• Supervise classes to ensure all students are learning in a safe and productive environment.
• Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, staff, and parents.
• Organize supplies, resources, and equipment.
• Deliver individualized instruction to each student by encouraging interactive learning opportunities.
• Plan and implement educational activities and events beyond the IEP when appropriate.
• Prepare and distribute progress reports, grade reports, and semester reports.
• Plan, prepare, and attend case conference meetings.
• Provide services to students based on their individual needs, either within the classroom setting or resource room.
• Show commitment and professionalism through attendance, punctuality, and standards within your professional responsibilities.
• Continue to acquire professional knowledge and skills by keeping current with developments in the field.
• Establishing and maintaining a positive line of communication with parents.
• Adhere to guidelines set forth in Article 7.

Key Skills:

• Caring nature while teaching the students.
• Good observation skills and learning the behavioral patterns of children.
• Key soft skills such as patience, interpersonal communication, empathy, organization, etc are needed.
• Good communication skills that help in interacting with the parents.
• Addressing the needs and requirements of children with skillful attention.
• Expert in developing various behavioral plans.
• Efficient in using visuals to support teaching methodologies.
• Knowledge about using transition methods that help students to move from one subject to another.
• Understand and use technology.

Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned Job Requirements:

• Current Indiana Teaching License.
• Content Area: Exceptional Needs-Blind/Low Vision.
• The candidate must be knowledgeable in equitable instructional practices to support the needs of all learners.
• The candidate must be knowledgeable in cross‑curricular literacy instruction.
• The candidate must have the ability to develop positive relationships with students, parents and all stakeholders.
• The candidate must believe in the power of continuous improvement and desire to grow professionally as an educator through collaborative support.
• Proficient in the integration of technology in instruction daily.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Certified Benefits Package.