What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher(Secondary) position at Vilonia Junior High School?
- to communicate with students accurately and effectively in his/her teaching area and
- to demonstrate interest through careful preparation of appropriate materials and resources
- to maintain a professional rapport with students and other school personnel and fulfill his/her professional responsibilities of the School District’s Educational Goals
- to listen and communicate with students, parents, and school personnel in a manner which enhances learning and understanding
- to encourage the development of student involvement responsibility, critical thinking, and independent study to create an atmosphere conducive to academic learning, communicate interest and self-discipline, and develop realistic and positive self-concepts
- to use a variety of instructional techniques, methods, and media related to the objectives
- to organize instruction to take into account individual, ethnic, and cultural differences
- to provide opportunities for successful learning for students with different capabilities
- to plan instruction to achieve selected objectives
- Assess children’s skills and learning requirements
- Design Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs)
- Collaborate with parents and school staff to track students’ progress
- Conduct annual review conferences
- to perform other duties as assigned by the school administration
Requirements: Appropriate level license/endorsements if necessary and successful completion of all background checks.