Special Education Teacher

Pediatric Developmental Services; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

IRA with company matching

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire a Special Education Teacher to join our staff in Santa Fe, NM. You will work in an amazing school and help students reach their potential in a bright, active, positive environment.

Responsibilities include creating and executing IEPs, collaborating with staff and families, preparing lesson plans, and participating in IEP meetings. We offer competitive salary and generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, and an IRA with company

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Special Education Certificate per NM requirements.
• Experience with IEP writing and meetings.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute IEPs for each student.
• Communicate with staff and family about progress.
• Prepare detailed lesson plans and submit for approval.
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled.
• Use reinforcement techniques to support student progress.
• Invite family participation in progress.
• Create and distribute quarterly progress reports.
• Coordinate with on-site therapist regarding behavior.
• Maintain a safe, productive classroom environment.

Skills

IEP writing

IEP meetings

Education

Bachelor's degree

Special Education Certificate

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire a Special Education Teacher to join our staff and work in an amazing school! Are you passionate about helping all students reach their potential? Do you love working in a bright, active, positive environment? Are you interested in joining an organization devoted to helping all children succeed? If so, we want to hear from you!

This position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching

Special Education Teacher Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field
• Shall possess a Special Education Certificate (according to NM Department of Education requirements)
• Shall have experience with IEP writing, meetings etc.

Special Education Teacher Responsibilities:

• Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each of the students in your care
• Communicate with other staff and family members about each student's progress and struggles
• Prepare detailed lesson plans and submit them to administrators for approval
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled by the school
• Use individualized reinforcement techniques to keep each student on the path toward greatness
• Invite family members to participate in each student's educational progress
• Create and distribute progress reports quarterly
• Confer with on-site therapist over disciplinary and behavioral issues with students
• Create a safe, productive classroom environment

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified teachers and pediatric therapists, including Special Education Teachers; as well as speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to Special Education Teachers, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

For every therapist and educator that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.