Special Education Teacher - UEDC

State of South Carolina; Union (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and life insurance

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

State retirement plans

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) seeks a dedicated Special Education teacher to provide classroom instruction aligned with SC State Standards and vocational competencies. You will design curriculum and deliver individualized instruction across multiple sites, using district-supported platforms to reach students with diverse needs.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in Special Education and SC teaching certification, preferably in multi-categorical, with

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor's degree in special education or equivalent.
• Experience working with students with special needs in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson content and instructional activities to improve student knowledge and skills.
• Deliver Special Education content to students across multiple sites via established platforms.
• Establish clear communication with students, site facilitators and staff.

Skills

Special Education

Curriculum design

Instructional delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Tools

Distance learning platforms

Job description

Mission

It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.

Job Purpose

Under limited supervision, provides classroom instruction for all students according to their individual needs and designs curriculum in accordance with SC State Standards and vocational curriculum competencies.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepares lesson content and instructional activities to improve students’ content knowledge, mastery of skills and to increase overall content knowledge.
• Engages in best practices to deliver Special Education content – specific lessons and instruction to exceptional students at multiple education sites by means of established instructional delivery platforms, in the least restrictive environment in accordance with state and federal Special Education regulations, demonstrating technology proficiency in using district-endorsed instructional applications.
• Establishes clear communication with students, site facilitators, and all personnel within the distance learning instructional delivery platform.
• Advances the mission and vision of the School District and the Agency.
• Displays professionalism and leadership by following established school, agency, state and federal policies and procedures.
• Performs Other Related Job Duties As Required.

State Minimum Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in special education, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Experience working with special needs children in an educational setting.

Additional Requirements

• Must possess S.C. teacher certification in special education preferably in the area of multi-categorical.
• Has knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Is able to comprehend, interpret and apply regulations, procedures and related information.
• Has knowledge of the various disabilities encountered.
• Has knowledge of teaching and instruction techniques for children with special needs.
• Has knowledge of the principles of planning and implementing individualized education plans.
• Has knowledge of the characteristics of the age group assigned.
• Limited overnight travel.
• This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice, and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days of sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
• Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave

A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Equal Opportunity & Non-Discrimination Statements

I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice is an equal opportunity employer. DJJ does not discriminate in hiring, promotions, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, or other employment aspects based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, or national origin. Any acts you feel are in violation, please get in touch with the Office of Human Resources, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC [phone].

I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice's School District also does not discriminate in any programs or activities based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age. The following offices have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the school district's nondiscrimination policies: Title IX - Inspector General's Office - 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC 29210-5427 - Ph: 803-896-9595; Special Education Office, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC I have read and fully understand DJJ's position concerning the law.

I understand that SCDJJ will not hire or promote anyone who may have contact with residents and shall not enlist the services of any contractor who may have contact with residents who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility juvenile facility, or other institution (as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997); has been convicted of engaging in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described above.

I understand that my fingerprint record received from the FBI and SLED must indicate no felony convictions as a condition of employment.

I certify that I have not been convicted of any criminal offenses that carries a sentence of 1 year or more or any criminal offenses that involves moral turpitude (an act contrary to the accepted rule of right and duty to man and society). Forfeiture of bond, a guilty plea, or plea of nolo contendere is considered the equivalent of a conviction.