Special Education Teacher (Grades 9-12)

Special Education Teacher

Reports To: Director of Student Services, School Principal
Classification: Certified Employee

Position Requirements:

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree
• Indiana License from the Division of Professional Standards in Mild Intervention
• Excellent Communication and Team Skills
• Strong Organizational Skills

Employment Factors

• 181 Day Contract
• 16 Personal Leave Days
• TRF Position with Certified Benefits
• Free access to Wellness Clinic
• Salary Range $45,500 - $83,000 Based on Degree, Certification, & Experience

*Employment factors are for a full school year and shall be prorated based on start date.

Performance Responsibilities

• Creates positive and respectful relationships with students, staff, parents, administrators and professional agencies who work on behalf of the student.
• Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
• Participates in PPT's and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.
• Provides consultation and collaboration with educators, students, parents and other stakeholders to promote effective implementation of services.
• Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
• Arranges case conferences with parent and educators to provide assessment results and determine special education eligibility.
• Develops, implements and monitors individual education plans based on observation and data collection.
• Collects data on student progress toward goals and objectives and share quarterly progress reports with parents and educators.
• Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
• Provides services to students of all ages with a wide range of ability levels including mild and intense disabilities.
• Completes and maintains records as required by Federal IDEA, State Article 7 and corporation procedures including evaluations, reports and Medicaid reimbursement according to mandated timelines.
• Provides services consistent with ethical, legal and professional standards including code of ethics and Family Educational Rights and Privacy

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as needed.