Special Education Teacher - Significant Disabilities- Kelso, WA

Futurerecruit.net; Kelso (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Special Education Teacher to join their team. This full-time role involves developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and adapting curriculum to meet the diverse needs of students with significant disabilities. The ideal candidate will possess a valid Washington State teaching certificate with a Special Education endorsement and a strong commitment to professional growth. If you are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of students with disabilities and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Valid Washington State teaching certificate with Special Education Endorsement required.
• Experience in special education and knowledge of curriculum trends are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs and learning activities for diverse abilities.
• Evaluate and modify curriculum based on individual student needs.

Skills

Special Education Endorsement

Curriculum and Instructional Techniques

Educational Technology

Behavior Management

Bilingual or Multilingual Skills

Assessment Strategies

Education

Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate

Experience in Special Education

Job description

Special Education Teacher - Significant Disabilities- Full-Time
Location: Kelso, WA, 98626

Qualifications:

• Valid Washington State teaching certificate with Special Education Endorsement.
• Knowledge of current trends in curriculum and instructional techniques.
• Experience and/or academic preparation in special education.
• Knowledge and skills in educational technology and the ability to integrate technology into instruction.
• Skills in diagnostic testing and remediation of learning problems.
• Experience and/or expertise in behavior management.
• Ability to adapt curriculum to students' interests and learning styles.
• Successful experience working with disabled students of various ages/levels.
• Awareness and appreciation of diversity among individual students and the ability to set appropriate expectations for individual students.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills are desired.
• Knowledge of essential learnings and ability to integrate them into the classroom.
• Ability to use a variety of assessment strategies, including preparing students for state-required testing.
• Desire to continue professional growth.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in development and implementation of IEPs, FBA's, BIP's, and ERP's for special education students.
• Plan and implement learning activities for students with varied abilities.
• Organize programs to provide for individual differences.
• Evaluate, develop and modify curriculum for individual student needs.
• Maintain current Crisis Prevention Institute Training.
• Maintain appropriate student records and continuous measurement data on student progress.
• Conduct conferences with parents to report student progress towards meeting IEP goals and objectives and progress in core content areas.
• Cooperate as a team member in staffing, diagnosis, and least restrictive placement of disabled students.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies.