Develop, implement, and support individualized practices for achieving learning outcomes for students with communication,cognitive, physical, and/or social/behavioral needs, based on the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act(IDEA). This teacher will utilize evidence-based best practice and rely on frequent progress monitoring for programming adjustments.The Special Education Teacher will take a leadership role in collaborative problem-solving interventions for students.Essential Duties and Responsibilities● Design and implement specialized instruction in one-on-one, small group and large classroom settings.● Work collaboratively to plan and accommodate curriculum, partner with team and with general educators and tocommunicate the abilities and needs of special education students.● Develop, implement and review for appropriateness of behavioral plans for designated students.● Adapt instruction to meet the instructional needs of all students on an IEP.● Use a variety of assessment data to progress monitor student IEP goals.● Provide research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within eachstudent’s IEP.● Assess student progress and determine the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques.● Employ various teaching techniques, methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals.● Develop and implement annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include: present levels ofeducational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and relatedservices required to meet those goals.● Provide consultation to classroom teachers regarding adaptations, instructional accommodations, behavior modification plansand other similar instructional interventions to meet the needs of students with disabilities.● Coordinate all IEP and referral meetings, conferences, and develop a multidisciplinary approach to the educationalenhancement of the student.● Maintain ongoing communication with regular educators, school staff, students, and parents.● Create a safe, supportive, and understanding environment for students with disabilities.● Monitor and maintain a positive classroom environment that supports school-wide behavior expectations.● Establish and maintain appropriate relationships with students, parents, staff, and community members by communicating ina tactful, courteous, and confidential manner.● Attend all professional development days, parent-teacher conferences, and staff meetings.● Other duties may be assigned as needed.