Special Education Teacher (SY25-26)

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Description

The Special Education Teacher collaborates with teachers, educational assistants, service providers, IEP teams, the principal, and the Special Education Director to cultivate and sustain a culture of learning that meets the diverse needs of students, staff, and families. The Special Education Teacher is responsible for developing effective parent, teacher, and student communications; planning and facilitating highly-effective instruction, and adhering to due-process guidelines and timelines. 

Essential functions may include the following:

•        maintain due process compliance following all state and federal requirements and laws
•        instruct using research-based teaching strategies for students with disabilities
•        use assessment data to drive the instructional cycle for students with disabilities
•        monitor learning and provide feedback to students
•        use appropriate Special Education instructional materials and curriculum
•        analyze assessment data and develop plans to respond to available data for students with disabilities
•        receive direction from the Special Education Director and Coordinator regarding due process and instruction
•        proactively engage in professional development opportunities
•        collaborate with general education teachers to meet the needs of students with disabilities
•        provide oversight and direction to paraprofessionals
•        participate in NMA’s Special Education team meetings, PLC meetings, and other staff meetings
•        conduct IEP meetings; listen and respond to parent concerns with sensitivity
•        follow and enforce school policies and cooperate with social service agencies
•        attend conferences, workshops, and meetings to learn current Special Education practices and educational trends
•        perform duties as assigned by the principal