Special Education Teacher (Pathways) - Elementary

Richland-Bean Blossom Community School Corporation; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Richland-Bean Blossom Community School Corporation in Indiana seeks a Special Education Teacher to maximize student potential through individualized learning programs. The role involves active participation in the IEP process, collaboration with district professionals, and managing a caseload of students with diverse needs.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Special Education and a valid Indiana license, plus strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education.
• Valid Indiana teaching license in Special Education.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Initiate and balance multiple work projects.
• Work both independently and collaboratively with a team.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all steps of the IEP process.
• Work closely with other teachers and district professionals to ensure that the school’s special education program is compliant with federal and state regulations.
• Manage and provide instruction for a caseload of students.
• Develop, write and implement Individual Educational Plans.
• Evaluate tests and assessments, complete report cards and conduct parent conferences.
• Communicate regularly with parents/learning coaches of students with special needs to ensure IEP goals are met.
• Consult with teachers and coordinate the implementation of specially designed instruction as defined in the IEP.
• Schedule, help organize and participate in case conference committee meetings annually and as needed.
• Participate in the school’s Student Support Team and develop program modifications.
• Assist with organization of paperwork and procedures for the IEP process.
• Assist with locating service providers for related services as mandated by IEPs.
• Maintain data in the school’s LMS and special education software.
• Assist with administering state testing and the adaptations required by the IEP.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Written & oral communication

Presentation skills

Diversity awareness

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education

Indiana State License in Special Education

Job description

SUMMARY

The role of the Special Education Teacher is to help students with special needs to maximize their potential in meeting academic and behavior goals through the implementation of uniquely individualized learning programs.

EDUCATION/LICENSE/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education


2. Valid State of Indiana Teachers’ License in Special Education


3. Must possess strong leadership and communication skills


4. Additional qualifications as the Board or the State of Indiana require


5. Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills


6. Must have the ability to:


7. Work with diverse populations


8. Work independently without direct supervision


9. Initiate and balance multiple work projects


10. Work both independently and collaboratively with a team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties may be assigned.

• Participate in all steps of the IEP process.


• Work closely with other teachers and district professionals to ensure that the school’s special education program is successful and operating in compliance with federal and state regulations.


• Manage and provide instruction for a caseload of students.


• Develop, write and implement Individual Educational Plans.


• Evaluate tests and assessments, complete report cards and conduct parent conferences.


• Communicate regularly with parents/learning coaches of students with special needs to insure that their IEP goals are being met, and that their needs are addressed in a timely and appropriate fashion.


• Consult with teachers and coordinate the implementation of specially designed instruction as defined in the IEP regarding students with specific needs and potential learning issues.


• Schedule, help organize and participate in case conference committee meetings annually and as needed.


• Participate in the school’s Student Support Team; help teachers and learning coaches develop and implement program modifications and strategies for all students.


• Assist, as needed, with the organization and proper implementation of all paperwork, documentation and procedures for the IEP process.


• Assist with locating service providers for students needing related services as mandated by their IEPs.


• Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the school’s Learning Management System and special education software.


• Assist with administering state testing and coordinate the special adaptations that are required based on the IEP.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.Ability to write simple correspondence.Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to student, parents and/or staff.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to perform basic arithmetical calculation.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to operate typewriter, ditto, photocopying machines and computers.Ability to assume responsibility for supervising students, understand and carry out oral and written instructions.Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community.Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, as to operate office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned to this position.