Special Education Teacher

KIPP Memphis Public Schools; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

KIPP Memphis Public Schools in Memphis, TN seeks a full-time Special Education Teacher to support students with disabilities in a classroom setting and implement IEP plans.

Responsibilities include teaching, student communication, and coordinating with families to ensure individualized education goals are met across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field.
• Experience in teaching students with disabilities.
• Knowledge of IEPs and special education laws.

Responsibilities

• Teach students with disabilities in a classroom setting.
• Communicate with students and families to support learning.
• Implement and monitor IEPs and related accommodations.
• Provide Functional Skills/Instructional resources for Elementary, Middle and High School levels.

Skills

IEP Knowledge

Disability Teaching Experience

Classroom Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Special Education

Job description

KIPP Memphis Public Schools (KIPP Memphis) is a network of college preparatory public charter schools serving elementary, middle, and high school students in North Memphis. The organization is a part of the Knowledge Is Power Program (KIPP) network known for high expectations and student success. KIPP Memphis aims to create academically excellent schools that prepare students for college, career, and beyond to lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Special Education Teacher at KIPP Memphis Public Schools in Memphis, TN. The Special Education Teacher will be responsible for working with students with disabilities in a classroom setting. The day-to-day tasks include teaching, communication with students, and implementing special education (IEP) plans.

• Elementary Functional Skills/Instructional Resource
• Middle Functional Skills/Instructional Resource
• High School Functional Skills/Instructional Resource

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field
• Experience in teaching students with disabilities
• Knowledge of IEPs and special education laws
• Experience in a diverse educational setting is a plus