Special Education Teacher

Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits available

Job summary

Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation in Indiana seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher to maximize learning for students with special needs. You will document progress, address individual needs, and create a safe learning environment to support academics and daily living skills.

The role requires state certification in Special Education, with a Masters preferred. Collaboration with staff, families, and outside agencies is essential to implement IEPs and track outcomes.

Qualifications

• State Certification as a Special Education Teacher.
• Bachelor's degree in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Master's degree in Special Education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to identify learning issues and determine instructional strategies.
• Participate in case conferences and help develop IEPs for students.
• Assist students and staff in implementing IEPs and behavior plans.
• Coordinate with outside agencies and authorities as needed.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and maintain professional relationships.
• Maintain accurate and complete records and reporting.
• Encourage parental involvement and effective communication with students/parents.
• Assist in orientation of new teachers and provide in-service training.
• Select and requisition resources and maintain inventory.

Skills

Universal Design for Learning

Special Education principles

Data information systems

Federal/state education laws

Computer networks

Organization

Communication with students/parents

Self-evaluation for growth

Cooperative relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Master's degree in Special Education preferred

Job description

• Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

Position Purpose

• Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

Essential Functions

• Conducts assessments of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures and recommending instructional strategies.
• Participates in case conferences and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.
• Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate resources, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

• Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning.
• Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Qualifications Profile

• State Certification as a Special Education Teacher.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Masters Degree in Special Education preferred.

Experience

• Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

Benefits available

Contact Information

Kaity Day- Schmitt Principal

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