Various Sites-Special Education Teacher-25-26-08

Los Lunas Public Schools; Los Lunas (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Lunas Public Schools in New Mexico seeks a Special Education Teacher to serve at various sites for the 25/26 school year. The teacher will implement individualized instructional plans and support students with disabilities within a compliant classroom environment.

Responsibilities include developing instructional plans, maintaining student records, collaborating with families and staff, and ensuring adherence to all local, state, and federal policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in special education from an accredited college or university.
• New Mexico Public Education Department Licensure in Special Education.

Responsibilities

• Follow local, state and federal law and adhere to Public Education Department and Local School Board Policy.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Develop instructional plans and organize class time to provide a balanced program of instruction for students with disabilities.
• Evaluate and maintain an accurate written record of each students’ performance, growth skills and knowledge.
• Assist in the development of Individualized Education Programs to meet individual student’s needs.
• Confer, as needed, with parents to discuss the individual student’s progress.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aides, when appropriate.
• Perform other relevant tasks as assigned.

Skills

Special education

Education

Bachelor’s degree in special education

NM Licensure in Special Education

Job description

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

VARIOUS SITES 25/26 SY

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1. Bachelor’s degree in special education from an accredited college or university
• 2. New Mexico Public Education Department Licensure in Special Education

OVERVIEW OF JOB DESCRIPTION:

To create a flexible program and an environment favorable to learning and personal growth for students; to motivate each student to develop skills, knowledge, and attitudes in accordance with ability; to develop the student’s special talents; to develop sound opinions based on facts; and to develop proficiency in inquiry skills and concepts.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1. Follow local, state and federal law and adhere to Public Education Department and Local School Board Policy.
• 2. Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• 3. Develop instructional plans and organize class time to provide a balanced program of instruction for students with disabilities.
• 4. Evaluate and maintain an accurate written record of each students’ performance, growth skills and knowledge.
• 5. Assist in the development of Individualized Education Programs to meet individual student’s needs.
• 6. Confer, as needed, with parents to discuss the individual student’s progress.
• 7. Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aides, when appropriate.
• 8. Perform other relevant tasks as assigned.

REPORTS TO:

Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Work year will be in accordance with current schedule. Salary to be determined by individual training and experience level on current Certified Salary Schedule.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Until filled