Special Education

Resource Specialist

Holy Family School in South Bend is in search of a qualified Resource Specialist Teacher. The ideal candidate will be faith-filled and dedicated to providing quality instruction for students of all abilities integrating the mission of Holy Family School and the Diocese of Fort Wayne / South Bend in all planning, teaching, and classroom activities to benefit students in Kindergarten through 8th grade.

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Resource Teacher will consult / collaborate with teachers, staff, parents, and agencies ensuring that students with existing ILP, IEP, and CAP plans are receiving appropriate instruction and services.

  • Provide direct instruction, tutoring, and instructional support to students with a variety of learning disabilities.

  • Monitors instruction and performance of students for the purpose of ensuring successful progress toward student’s goals and objectives.

  • Participate in IEP meetings and other required meetings.

  • Maintaining school records as required by the diocese and state.

  • Communicating regularly and effectively with parents regarding all aspects of school life for this group of students. 

• Coordinate with local public school corporation Special Education personnel to develop individualized education plans for students identified as having disabilities and monitor their progress throughout the school year.

  • Evaluates students for purposes of identifying student needs.

  • Recommend screening and evaluation for a variety of learning/behavior disabilities and needs.

  • Develop and implement modifications and intervention strategies.

• Evaluate the effectiveness of strategies and techniques used and adjust instruction and delivery as needed.

• Regularly communicate with teachers and staff regarding student needs, interventions, and progress toward goals.

• Commits to ongoing faith formation and professional growth.

• Fosters the spiritual development of students by modeling Catholic doctrine, values, and morals.

Education, Experience, and Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.

  • Special Education Resource Specialist Certification

• Knowledge of special education laws and regulations (state and federal).

• Knowledge of due process rights and procedures.

• Ability to use effective and appropriate communication techniques with students, parents, staff, agencies, and community members.

• Applicants must be able to provide instructional assistance/tutoring in the areas of English Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, and Science.

• Basic knowledge of Google Suite software (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail, etc.), Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to walk up and down multiple flights of stairs, 

• Stand for 30 minutes at a time, 

• Operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment.

• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Please send inquiries to Principal, Brittany Korpal, at bkorpal@hfssb.org.

This is a full time position
Close Date: Until Filled