Special Education Teacher - Elementary

MSD of Decatur Township; Indianapolis (IN); Presencial; USD 48.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

MSD of Decatur Township seeks a dedicated special education teacher to develop and implement IEPs for students on their caseload. You will deliver individualized instruction, track progress, and collaborate with administrators, teachers, and parents to support academic, behavioral, and adaptive goals.

In this role, you will plan lessons, provide inclusive learning experiences, and participate in case conferences.

Formación

• Develop initial and annual IEPs for students on caseload.
• Deliver individualized instruction and interactive learning opportunities.
• Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, staff and parents.
• Plan, prepare, and attend case conference meetings.
• Maintain data tracking and progress documentation.

Responsabilidades

• Develop IEPs for students on caseload and monitor progress.
• Provide individualized instruction and adapt lessons to student needs.
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, and staff to support student goals.
• Plan and implement educational activities beyond the IEP when appropriate.
• Maintain a safe, orderly classroom environment and manage materials.

Conocimientos

Caring

Observation skills

Patience

Communication

Organization

Empathy

Transition methods

Technology use

Parent communication

Behavioral plans

Descripción del empleo

Special education teachers provide services to students who have been identified as being eligible for special education services and have an Individualized Education Program (IEP). The teacher should be committed to helping students by offering support and services to overcome practical obstacles to their learning.

Responsibilities of the special education teacher include:

Develop initial and annual IEPs for students on their caseload

Facilitate effective lessons

Provide support for academic, behavioral, social emotional, and adaptive needs

Prepare lessons with the needs of the learners in mind

Design activities to achieve the learning objectives of the students

Respect students and treat them with compassion and understanding

Develop educational content including notes, assessments, and assignments

Progress monitor goals and achievement, maintain data tracking, evaluate and document progress

Supervise classes to ensure all students are learning in a safe and productive environment

Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, staff, and parents

Organize supplies, resources, and equipment

Deliver individualized instruction to each student by encouraging interactive learning opportunities

Ensure your classroom is clean and orderly

Plan and implement educational activities and events beyond the IEP when appropriate

Prepare and distribute progress reports, grade reports, and semester reports

Plan, prepare, and attend case conference meetings

Provide services to students based on their individual needs, either within the classroom setting or resource room

Show commitment and professionalism through attendance, punctuality, and standards within your professional responsibilities

Establishing and maintaining a positive line of communication with parents

Adhere to guidelines set forth in Article 7

Key Skills:

Caring nature while teaching the students

Good observation skills and learning the behavioral patterns of children

Key soft skills such as patience, interpersonal communication, empathy, organization, etc are needed

Good communication skills that help in interacting with the parents

Addressing the needs and requirements of children with skillful attention

Expert in developing various behavioral plans

Efficient in using visuals to support teaching methodologies

Knowledge about using transition methods that help students to move from one subject to another

Understand and use technology

Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned

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