Special Education Teacher

Linke Resources; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

403(b) with Employer Match

Employee Recognition Programs

Employee Referral Bonus opportunities

Employee Recognition Programs

Employee Referral Bonus opportunities

Job summary

A private school in Baltimore is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to support students with diverse learning needs. You will develop and monitor Individual Education Plans and participate in professional development activities. The ideal candidate holds valid Maryland Special Education certificates and is willing to use approved behavior management techniques. This role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Conforms to Maryland State Department of Education requirements.
• Valid Maryland Certificates in Special Education required.
• Driving license and acceptable driving record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and monitors Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Plans and implements activities based on IEP and curriculum.
• Supervises Teaching Assistants and Program Assistants.
• Supervises Teaching Assistants and CPMS input.
• Attends meetings and maintains progress reports.
• Administers Maryland State Testing and records evaluation data.
• Works cooperatively with staff and community partners.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Skills

Behavior management techniques

Individual Education Plans (IEPs)

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Valid Maryland Certificates in Special Education

Tools

On-line MD IEP

CPMS

Job description

We are currently recruiting a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to join the team and positively impact the lives of students with diverse learning needs in a private school setting in Baltimore, MD. The private school supports students ages 5‑21 with disabilities and challenging behaviors that significantly impede their learning.

Primary Job Functions

• Develops and monitors Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for each student, utilizing On-line MD IEP.
• Plans and implements appropriate activities based on IEP and established curriculums, including Maryland State Curriculum, and incorporating community-based instruction and functional life skills curriculums.
• Uses appropriate behavior management strategies and techniques.
• Maintains current Maryland State Department of Education certification.
• Attends and participates in parent meetings, staff meetings, Team Share meetings, and other required meetings.
• Maintains each assigned student’s quarterly progress report.
• Plans for and implements assigned students’ Maryland State Testing.
• Maintains and/or contributes to records for evaluation of students’ development and assessment.
• Supervises the performance of Teaching Assistants and Program Assistants through the use of CPMS and by providing periodic input to school administration relative to staff performance.
• Ability and willingness to utilize approved behavior management techniques including physical interventions when required.
• Follows all Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), Medical protocols, and Sensory Diets as prescribed in assigned students’ IEPs.
• Attends work regularly according to assigned work schedule and in accordance with Agency policy.
• Attends and participates in in-service training, staff meetings, and other activities to facilitate professional development.
• Works cooperatively with others including all staff, supervisors, administrators, co-workers, people served, community professionals, customers, vendors, and the public.
• Assumes other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as needed.

Requirements

• Conforms to requirements delineated by the Maryland State Department of Education, COMAR By Laws, 13A 09.10.18A-C
• Valid Maryland Certificates in Special Education.
• Preferably holds a valid driver’s license and has an acceptable driving record

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement options
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403(b) with Employer Match
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus opportunities