Special Education Teacher| La Porte, IN.

Special Education Teacher | La Porte, IN.

We are currently accepting applications for a dedicated and compassionate special education teacher to work in our special education program.  We offer travel stipends for educatiors willing to travel! Must be 75+ miles in distance. Call me to find your next travel assignment!

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education Level: Bachelor’s degree required
• Certification Required: Valid Special Education Teaching Certification.
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; knowledge of areas of disability and special education practices and procedures; specialized instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learner; student behavior management.
• Current Fingerprint Clearance, TB test, and physical.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Completes designated follow-up procedures for students referred for special education service.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the eligibility process and assists with initiation of the process to completion of the eligibility/IEP.
• Develops, implements, monitors, and regularly reviews the Individual Education Program of each student on the caseload, at least annually.
• Compiles, maintains, and submits accurate paperwork within designated timelines.
• Maintains lesson plans according to policies and/or directives.
• Demonstrates knowledge of research-based practices by delivering specialized instruction to students according to their IEPs.
• Utilizes formative and summative assessments and collects data on student achievement and progress toward mastery of IEP goals and objectives and reports progress to parents/guardians on a regular basis.
• Adheres to district special education policies and procedures and federal regulations/state rules.
• Seeks to improve knowledge and skills through professional learning and training activities associated with job related tasks and student needs.
• Meets the unique needs of students with severe disabilities, i.e., lifting, positioning, feeding, toileting as appropriate.
• Maintains prompt and professional communication with parents.

We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community!