Special Education Teacher Fremont School District RE-2

Fremont Economic Development Corporation; Florence (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Leave days according to District Policy

Job summary

A regional education institution in Florence, Colorado, is seeking a Special Education Teacher to develop Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and provide specialized instruction for students with disabilities. The successful candidate will manage student progress and create an inclusive learning environment. They will work closely with building principals and special education directors, following state mandates to ensure effective educational practices. Compensation is based on a district-approved schedule with benefits valued at $4,944 annually.

Qualifications

• CDE License to teach Special Education with endorsements required.
• Experience working with students that have learning and physical disabilities.
• Ability to develop IEP goals and manage students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and write Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Provide specialized instruction to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
• Evaluate and assess student progress against goals.

Skills

CDE License to teach Special Education

Experience with students with disabilities

Effective communication skills

Crisis management training

Instructional strategy skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Job description

Qualifications

• CDE License to teach Special Education with any or all Special Education Endorsements
• Experience in working with students that have learning and/or physical disabilities
• Successful completion of all mandated criminal background screenings and fingerprinting as required.
• Must be able to develop IEP goals/objectives and behavioral plans
• Manage students with disabilities
• Supervise students in resource rooms or in the inclusion model
• Collaborate with general special education staff
• Must communicate effectively using oral and written language
• Assist with Response to Intervention
• Demonstrate skills in literacy instructional strategies including diagnosis and prescription of appropriate interventions and supports
• Must be trained in or willing to be trained in a method of crisis management and assume a crisis team leadership role.
• Help the College and Career Coordinator in scheduling students on IEP's in career connected internships.

Job Description

Fremont RE-2 School District Special Education teachers work under the direction of Building Principals and the Director of Special Education. Special Education teachers develop and write Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). They provide specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities based upon goals mutually developed in IEPs. They evaluate and assess student progress against instructional objectives/goals. They use data to drive instructional practices and improve outcomes for the students they serve. Special Education teachers follow State mandated due process procedures and function as the IEP Manager to assigned students. Special Education teachers are knowledgeable in a variety of content areas. They establish safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environments for students. Special Education teachers demonstrate professionalism through ethical conduct, reflection, and leadership. They build strong relationships with families, students, and colleagues.

Salary and Benefits

• 161 Day Contract 8.5 Hour Workday - 4 Day School Week
• Salary according to District approved Salary Schedule - Certified Teacher District will accept up to fifteen (15) years of experience
• District contribution toward benefit package valued at $4,944 annually to include Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Leave days according to District Policy Fremont RE-2 School

District does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion or need for special education services, access to, treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities. Additionally, a lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in activities. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Dr. Brenda Krage, Superintendent, and EEO/Affirmative Action/Title IX/Section 504 Compliance Officer for complaints involving employees, and Jason Cellan, Title IX Compliance Officer for complaints involving students. Both individuals can be located at 403 W. 5th Street, Florence, Colorado, 81226. [phone]. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. (Policy AC, AC-R, AC-E-1, AC-E-2)

Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.