Special Education Teacher SLE - DES

Calvert County Public School District; Maryland; On-site; USD 56,749 - 149,358; Full time

Job summary

Anova Education is seeking a Special Education Teacher for Dowell Elementary School in Maryland. The role emphasizes planning and providing specially designed instruction for students with disabilities, developing IEPs, and fostering an inclusive classroom environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Maryland Professional Eligibility Certificate and has a strong background in special education practices. This full-time position offers a salary range of $56,749 - $149,358 based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Maryland Professional Eligibility Certificate or equivalent required.
• Experience with diverse student needs.
• Capacity to design effective IEPs.

Responsibilities

• Provide specially designed instruction for students with disabilities.
• Develop and implement IEPs.
• Monitor student progress and outcomes.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Rapport with diverse groups

Current classroom technology

Understanding disabilities

Educational assessment knowledge

IEP process knowledge

Design and deliver instruction

General education curriculum comprehension

Interpersonal skills

Data interpretation

Education

Maryland Professional Eligibility Certificate

Job description

NOTICE OF VACANCY

Date: May 27, 2026

POSITION: Special Education Teacher (Infant - Grade 3)

LOCATION: Dowell Elementary School

REPORTS TO: School Principal, Supervisor of Special Education

SALARY RANGE: $56,749 - $149,358

ANNUAL WORK SUMMARY: 190/7

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

EFFECTIVE START DATE: 2026-2027 School Year

Position Summary

Under direction of the school principal, and the supervisor of special education, plans and provides specially designed instruction, supports, and services for students with disabilities. Develops appropriate Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to meet academic, behavioral, social and emotional needs of students. Individually and collaboratively plans appropriate instruction, learning experiences and specially designed instruction for students which may occur in various settings in the school environment which may include general education, self-contained special education, and regional programs. Provides a positive atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of individuals to ensure student success. Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff, and community. Designs, selects, adapts and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of individual students. Maintains appropriate records and follows required regulations, procedures and practices. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities.

Education, Certification and Experience

1. A Maryland Professional Eligibility Certificate, Standard Professional Certificate or Advanced Professional Certificate in the appropriate field of education; or
2. A Maryland Conditional Degree Certificate as outlined in the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR)

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

1. Demonstrated ability in written and oral communication.
2. Understanding of and ability to maintain rapport with persons from diverse, cultural, ethnic, and racial groups.
3. Working knowledge of current classroom technology.
4. Knowledge of disabilities and evidence-based practices and strategies for working with students with disabilities.
5. Knowledge of and ability to administer and/or interpret educational assessment instruments/results.
6. Knowledge of special education regulations and the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process.
7. Ability to write appropriate IEPs and design and deliver specially designed instruction.
8. Knowledge of the general education curriculum and the Maryland College and Career Ready Standards.
9. Demonstrated interpersonal skills when working with diverse groups (parents, other professionals, students, teachers, administrators, community agency representatives.)
10. Ability to interpret data to adjust instruction, write appropriate goals and objectives and/or communicate appropriate progress.
11. Demonstrated success in accomplishing tasks akin to the responsibilities listed below.
12. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Calvert County Public Schools may find appropriate and acceptable.

Essential Job Functions, Responsibilities, and Duties

1. Plans and provides specially designed instruction, supports, and services for students with disabilities.
2. Develops appropriate Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to meet academic, behavioral, social and emotional needs of students.
3. Creates a classroom environment that makes space for student voice, student agency, and is intellectually and socially safe for learning.
4. Develops classroom routines and rituals to support a culture of learning and utilizes a balance of proactive evidenced based strategies to manage conflict and redirect negative behavior.
5. Maintains order and discipline in the classroom conducive to effective learning and takes all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
6. Plan and prepare, collaboratively or individually, lessons aligned with Calvert County curricula that outline clear learning goals, assignments, and instructional materials.
7. Incorporate research-based strategies, evidence-based practices, and instructional technology within the learning process.
8. Develops, selects, adapts and modifies instructional plans and materials aligned to Calvert County curricula that meets the needs of every student regardless of their background, ability, or social-economic status.
9. Completes paperwork related to the IEP process in an accurate and a timely manner.
10. Monitors and evaluates student progress and outcomes using feedback and appropriate formative and summative assessment techniques as well as IEP data.
11. Prepares, administers, and corrects evaluations and assessments, and records results and writes educational assessment reports as required for the IEP process.
12. Improves skill and knowledge base in current trends, research and methodology in instructional techniques, technology, cultural responsiveness, problem solving and interdisciplinary connections.
13. Plans purposeful assignments for instructional assistants and volunteers.
14. Plans for specially designed instruction and IEP implementation for instructional assistants and collaboratively with general education teachers to meet academic, behavioral, social and emotional needs of students.
15. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities.
16. Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices.
17. Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff and community.
18. Serves as an IEP team member and an IEP case manager for designated students with disabilities.
19. Confere with parents and students regarding academic, social-emotional, and behavioral progress of assigned students; arranges and participates in teacher-parent or teacher-student conferences as necessary.
20. Attends and actively participates in staff/faculty meetings, professional learning sessions and required trainings.
21. Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings.
22. Serves on special committees.
23. Attends special events such as open house and registration nights.
24. Thinks, concentrates, and interacts positively with others.
25. Works flexible hours as necessary.
26. Works under stress and meets all deadlines.
27. Maintains regular, on-time attendance.

Other Job Duties

Perform related work as required or assigned by the principal, designee, or supervisor of special education.

Unusual Demands

May be subject to a flexible work schedule.

Terms of Employment

Ten (10) month position and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience applied to the current Calvert County Public Schools salary schedule for teachers. All employees are encouraged to have automatic payroll deposit.

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the policy on evaluation as established by the Calvert County Public Schools.

Nondiscrimination Statement

Calvert County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability, or any other characteristic protected by law in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth programs.

Calvert County Public Schools does not refuse enrollment of a prospective student, expel a current student, or withhold privileges from a current or prospective student, or the parent or guardian of a current or prospective student because of an individual’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

Calvert County Public Schools does not discipline, invoke a penalty against, or take any other retaliatory action against a student or parent or guardian of a student who files a complaint alleging that the program or school discriminated against the student, regardless of the outcome of the complaint.

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

• Director of Student Services
• Director of Human Resources 443-550-8000

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at https://ocrcas.ed.gov or call 1-800-421-3481.