SPED Pre-K Teacher: Early Learning & IEP Specialist

Murfreesboro City Schools; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Murfreesboro City Schools seeks an Integrated Preschool Teacher in the Special Education Department to support students with disabilities in a preschool setting. The position requires a Tennessee teaching license with endorsements and relevant experience or training working with eligible students.

The role involves providing direct instructional and consultative services, attending IEP meetings, developing IEPs, planning curricula, and maintaining all required paperwork.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Tennessee teaching license with appropriate endorsement.
• Must have training and/or experience working with students with disabilities.
• Must have knowledge of Federal and State regulations for assessment, identification, placement and services.
• Must hold license for services to preschool through sixth grade in the specialty area endorsement.
• Must have legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instructional and/or consultative services to eligible students with disabilities per IEP.
• Attend IEP-Team meetings to determine eligibility and develop placement decisions.
• Consult with general education teachers on transition to Kindergarten.
• Conduct required student assessments to inform eligibility and placement decisions.
• Administer data-gathering assessments to guide instruction and discuss results with staff/parents.
• Develop and maintain student IEPs and required paperwork in a timely manner.
• Maintain day-to-day classroom operations and plan curriculum.
• Create a disciplined, welcoming classroom that supports learning.
• Participate in meetings, conferences, training, and professional development.
• Maintain endorsements, licensure, and ongoing professional development as required.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Special Education

Job description

Murfreesboro City Schools seeks an Integrated Preschool Teacher in the Special Education Department to support students with disabilities in a preschool setting. The position requires a Tennessee teaching license with endorsements and relevant experience or training working with eligible students.

The role involves providing direct instructional and consultative services, attending IEP meetings, developing IEPs, planning curricula, and maintaining all required paperwork.