Special Education Teacher

Howard University Middle School of Math and Science; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Howard University Middle School of Math and Science in Washington, DC seeks a dedicated Special Education teacher to organize and implement a technology-based program guiding students with IEPs and 504 Plans to develop their academic potential.

Responsibilities include creating a classroom culture of achievement, delivering daily instruction aligned to standards, collaborating with general education teachers, and maintaining IDEA documentation. Strong communication with families is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Two years of Special Education teaching experience and results demonstrating high student achievement and significant growth are preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• At least ONE of the following: Successful completion of the content area ETS Praxis II Exam, Valid Special Education Teaching License, Degree in a content area.

Responsibilities

• Create a classroom culture of high achievement and student ownership of their learning.
• Support middle school students in their mathematics classes by collaborating with the general education teacher.
• Provide daily instruction with clear learning outcomes, well-designed lessons, and high-quality assessments.
• Incorporate creative, hands-on learning experiences aligned to curriculum and standards.
• Maintain documentation related to IDEA, including progress notes, BIPs, and IEPs.
• Communicate with families to update them on student progress.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Collaboration

IEP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

General Purpose

To organize and implement a Special Education program in a technology-based learning environment that guides and encourages students with IEPs and 504 Plans to develop and fulfill their academic potential.

Responsibilities

• Create a classroom culture of high achievement and student ownership of their learning that helps foster students’ intellectual, social, and emotional development.
• Support middle school students in their mathematics classes by collaborating with the general education teacher
• Provide daily instruction, including clear learning outcomes, well-designed lessons, and high-quality assessments that align with (MS)2’s curriculum and standards.
• Incorporate into lessons creative, hands-on learning experiences that broaden students’ exposure and interests, help foster student ingenuity and require the application of knowledge and skills acquired through daily instruction.
• Provide a classroom environment that is visually appealing, rich with resources aligned to curriculum and standards, and honors students’ achievement with current and accurate displays of exemplary student work.
• Communicate with students to understand their talents, interests, and needs and to convey learning expectations and their progress toward meeting those expectations.
• Communicate regularly with families to identify students’ talents, interests, and needs and update parents regarding students’ achievements and progress.
• Collaborate with school-based staff and throughout the Friendship network in staff meetings, regular analysis sessions, and professional learning designed to enhance students' learning experiences and increase their achievement.
• Write and implement SMART goals for IEPs and 504 plans
• Maintain all documentation related to IDEA, including but not limited to progress notes, BIPs, and IEPs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
• Two years of Special Education teaching experience and results demonstrating high student achievement and significant growth are preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• At least ONE of the following:
  • Successful completion of the content area ETS Praxis II Exam
  • Valid Special Education Teaching License
  • Degree in a content area

Preferred but not required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education or Special Education
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and/or continuing

Salary commensurate with experience