Teacher of Students with Disabilities -High School

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Glassboro (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Glassboro Public Schools in Glassboro, NJ, seeks a qualified Special Education Teacher to support students with disabilities in the classroom. The role focuses on providing direct instruction, collaborating with parents and the IEP team, and delivering instruction aligned with the district curriculum and state standards.

Bachelor's degree required with CEAS or CE license. The position is ten months with salary and contract terms negotiated with the Superintendent and Board of Education; benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) or Certificate of Eligibility (CE) license required.
• Knowledge of special education regulations and current trends for students with disabilities.
• Ability to use technology and data analysis software.
• Ability to engage diverse parents/guardians with varied communication styles.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct instruction to students with disabilities.
• Develops lesson plans and provides individualized and group instruction per IEP.
• Assesses student progress with tests and observations; provides progress reports.
• Conducts education assessments.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and IEP meetings.
• Maintains accurate records and case files as required.
• Attends staff meetings and participates in staff development.
• Implements instructional goals and methods for students with disabilities.
• Ensures safety of students and materials.
• Promotes a positive, collaborative learning environment.

Job description

Glassboro Public Schools is seeking qualified candidates in the capacity of a Teacher of students with Disabilities for In Class Support. This position is responsible for, but not limited to the following duties:

TITLE: Special Education Teacher *Science experience preferred

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree required. Must obtain a Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) or Certificate of Eligibility (CE) license. Demonstrated knowledge of special education regulations (Federal and State) and current trends/research in the field for accelerated achievement of students with disabilities. Ability to use technology, (laptops, desktops, specialized assessment, and data analysis software). Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations. Demonstrated ability to work effectively engage diverse parents/guardians with varied communication styles, levels of skill and experience to support their child's education experience. Ability to employ a variety of teaching styles to respond to the needs of diverse learners. Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, and, and/or Power Point preferred)

REPORTS TO: Principal

JOB GOAL/MAJOR FUNCTIONS:

The Special Education Teacher is responsible for providing specialized academic services directly to the students as well as collaborating with their parents and the IEP team regarding implementation of the Individual Education Plan. The employee will deliver effective academic instruction in line with school approved academic curriculum, state standards and student IEPs.

1. Provides direct instruction to students with disabilities.
2. Develops lesson plans/instructional materials and provides individualized and group instruction in order to meet the needs of each pupil as stated on the Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
3. Assess the progress of students on a regular basis utilizing tests, curriculum measurements and observations skills and/or modified-adapted assessment devices. Provides progress reports as required.
4. Conducts education assessments.
5. Communicates with parents through conferences, IEP Team meetings, and other means to discuss pupil's progress and the Individualized Education Program.
6. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records, case files, etc. as required by program regulations, Board policies and federal, state and local laws.
7. Attends and actively participates in staff/faculty meetings and system staff development priorities.
8. Provides input regarding the planning of instructional goals, objectives, and methods of instruction for students with disabilities.
9. Take all necessary safety precautions to protect students and materials of instruction.
10. Communicates with students when academic and behavioral problems arise, and exchanges information regarding appropriate behavior in the learning environment.
11. Promotes a positive and welcoming atmosphere to encourage collaboration.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This is a ten (10) month position with salary and contract terms to be negotiated with the Superintendent and the Board of Education.

EVALUATION:

Performance in this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

BENEFITS

• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement available.

GPSD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, immigration status, association with a group with one or more actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The Title IX Coordinator's contact information 856-652-2700 ext. 6305, or by mail, 560 Bowe Blvd, Glassboro, NJ 08028. It is the policy of GPSD to maintain a drug-free workplace. If needed, individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request accommodation.