What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Inclusion Teacher - Cumberland Gap High School position at Claiborne County Schools?
A high school special education inclusion teacher in Tennessee co-teaches with general education teachers to support students with disabilities, plans and adapts lessons, and develops Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Key duties include assessing student needs, providing direct and indirect instruction, maintaining accurate records, and communicating with students, parents, and school staff. A teaching license with a special education endorsement from the Tennessee Department of Education is required.
High school special education inclusion teachers in Tennessee typically perform the following duties:
- Individualized Education Programs (IEPs): Function as the IEP Manager, leading the development, writing, implementation, and monitoring of students' IEPs to set academic and behavioral goals.
- Collaboration and Co-Teaching: Work closely with general education teachers to co-plan lessons, adapt curricula, and implement various co-teaching models to provide instruction in the mainstream classroom setting.
- Instruction and Support: Provide specialized, differentiated instruction and support, which may include one-on-one, small-group, push-in, or pull-out sessions, to help students access the general education curriculum.
- Assessment and Data Collection: Evaluate and assess student progress against IEP goals, collect data, record results, and use this data to inform instruction and make necessary adjustments to intervention plans.
- Behavioral Support: Partner with staff and families to implement behavior support plans (BSPs) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs) to create a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Communication and Advocacy: Serve as the primary contact for parents, updating them on student progress and advocating for students' needs within the school community.
- Compliance: Ensure all procedures and records adhere to School Board policies and all state/federal special education laws and regulations, such as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Required Qualifications
- Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
- Certification/License: Must hold or be eligible for a valid Tennessee teaching license with an applicable special education endorsement for the assigned grade level and subject areas.
- Skills: Key skills include expertise in differentiated instruction, knowledge of special education laws, strong collaboration, patience, adaptability, and effective communication skills.
Salary : $47,000 - $67,336