What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher position at SCA?
Location: Secret City Academy
Contract Days: 140
Assignment Dates: ASAP
Salary: Paid in accordance with the Teacher Salary Schedule.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Oak Ridge Schools is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher. The teacher will provide individualized instruction, manage special education services, and collaborate with staff and families to support student learning and progress.
JOB EXPECTATIONS:
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Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of learners and their individual needs.
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Demonstrate the ability to work effectively with students with special needs.
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Collaborate with general education teachers to support student success.
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Provide effective instruction in a co-teaching environment.
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Establish a supportive learning environment through effective classroom management.
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Communicate effectively with students, families, staff, and other stakeholders.
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Use effective instructional methods tailored to student needs.
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Organize and plan the instructional program.
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Evaluate instructional effectiveness and monitor student progress.
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Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
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Demonstrate a commitment to professional growth.
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Demonstrate knowledge of subject areas relevant to the assignment.
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Provide special education case management.
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Schedule meetings, develop and write Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and accurately document progress toward IEP goals.
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Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal/Supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Minimum of a bachelor’s degree and an active Tennessee teaching license with Special Education endorsement code 460 appropriate for the assignment required.
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Teaching experience preferred.
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Special education case management experience preferred.
Salary : $38,963 - $68,963