Special Education Teacher

UNIVERSITY ACADEMY • Kansas City, MO

114d

About The Position

The Special Education Teacher is responsible for providing each student in their class or under the teacher’s case management responsibilities with a program that will enable the student to reach his or her fullest physical, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral potential.

Requirements

• Certificate in cross-categorical in SPED or in individual area
• Degree in Special Education

Responsibilities

• Provide Common Core Program for IDEA students in the classroom
• Follow goals and objectives as stated in the IEP for each student
• Maintain communication with parents on the educational progress of students
• Work with building process coordinator in delivery of services to IDEA students
• Work with general education teachers in screening, evaluating, and providing inclusion under parameters of IEP
• Develop accommodations/modifications to meet the unique needs of students in classroom, CWC, or inclusive setting
• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
• Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct
• Supervise and maintain appropriate student behavior within the classroom and all other areas of the building
• Strive to maintain and improve professional competence
• Attend staff meetings and building and district activities designated by Board policies and contractual agreements
• Perform other duties assigned by Director of Special Education
• Develop annual IEP’s and three reevaluation reports for special education students

Benefits

• Retirement Program
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree