Special Education Teacher - Inclusion Scotts Branch Elementary (To Be Paired With .5 IEP Facilitator)

Baltimore County Public Schools; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore County Public Schools is seeking a classroom teacher to plan and provide learning experiences for students. You will instruct and supervise students, monitor outcomes, and collaborate with staff to support student growth.

The role requires a Maryland Educator Certificate or eligibility, a bachelor's degree, and the ability to attend after-school events. Salary is competitive with benefits and retirement eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college.
• Maryland Educator Certificate or eligibility.
• Strong pedagogy and curriculum knowledge.
• Proficient with data analysis and student assessment.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Instructs classes at designated locations and times.
• Plans and implements instructional programs aligned with curricula.
• Prepares and documents lesson plans based on adopted curricula.
• Creates an environment conducive to students' development.
• Communicates standards and progress to students and parents.
• Maintains student records and monitors progress.
• Collaborates with administrators, teachers, parents, and community.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees.

Skills

Pedagogy

Curriculum knowledge

Instructional techniques

Data analysis

Lesson plans

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Databases

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Internet

Job description

Job Description

Under the direction of the school principal, plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students. Instructs and supervises students in a variety of school-related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Meets and instructs assigned classes at designated locations and times. Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Plans and implements instructional programs that adhere to system wide goals and priorities and meet the needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Prepares and documents appropriate lesson plans, based upon adopted curricula, to teach instructional objectives.
• Creates an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Communicates standards, achievements, and deficiencies to students and parents. Meets with students and parents.
• Maintains complete and accurate student academic, attendance, and disciplinary records. Monitors and assesses students’ academic progress.
• Oversees the appropriate use and care of textbooks, instructional materials, facilities, and equipment.
• Collaborates with school administrators, other teachers, paraeducators, parents, and community members in the education of students.
• Attends staff meetings. Serves on various committees.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree

Licenses And Certificates

Possession of a Maryland Educator Certificate appropriate to the area of assignment.

OR

Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator License appropriate to the area of assignment.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of the principles and practices of pedagogy. Knowledge of curriculum. Knowledge of effective instructional techniques. Knowledge of and skill in data analysis. Knowledge of instructional materials and equipment.

Skill in instructing students. Skill in preparing and implementing lesson plans. Skill in communicating with students, their parents, administrators, and others. Technology competency. Knowledge of and skill in the use of databases, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications.

Ability to properly maintain confidential information.

Physical And Environmental Conditions

The work of this class is generally performed in a school environment. Work may require the ability to move around the school and classroom.

Conditions Of Employment

Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required.

Grade

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SALARY

$62,252 - $121,924

OTHER COMPENSATION

Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

RETIREMENT

Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.

BENEFITS

• BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans.
• Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves.
• All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.

Non-discrimination Statement

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Officer of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937).

Proof Of Licenses, Certifications And Education

• Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable only at the application stage. Official transcripts must be provided only after you have accepted a contingent offer.
• Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with your application.

Proof Of Degree Equivalency

• Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from a MSDE approved Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agency. This information is located on the MSDE website at https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/Foreign-Transcript-Evaluation-Agencies.aspx

Pre-Employment Requirements

• All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via e-script/clearinghouse from your university.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

This posting describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

Contact Information

Sally Barbieri, M.Ed.

Human Resource Officer

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]