ID Teacher, full time, 200 day employment term, West Milford Elementary

West Virginia K-12 Jobs•West Milford, WV

About The Position

The Special Education Teacher provides instruction at West Milford Elementary School under the immediate supervision of the Principal. The position is for a 200-day employment term. The teacher delivers the curriculum required by West Virginia and adopted by the school, develops lessons and instructional activities, and adapts instruction for students with varying abilities and learning needs. The role also involves creating a positive classroom climate, supporting student behavior and attendance, monitoring student progress, communicating with families and school personnel, maintaining student records and confidentiality, and carrying out professional responsibilities.

Requirements

Valid West Virginia certificate in the area for which applying.
Strong academic background.
Ability to create a stimulating and motivating learning environment for children.
Knowledge of varied teaching strategies for students with differing levels of ability.
Ability to plan lessons that address students' needs and to effectively teach students with varying abilities.
Ability to understand and interpret test data to improve student learning, confidence, and morale.
Knowledge of Effective School Research as it applies to the position.
Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with administration, staff, students, and the public.
Knowledge of the curriculum concepts for the subject matter being taught.
Understanding of principles for promoting positive classroom behavior.
Knowledge of and/or experience working with computers.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally, using standard English.
A combination of training and/or experience that would support successful employment in the area.

Responsibilities

Teach the state-required and school-adopted curriculum, using current subject knowledge, scope and sequence, and appropriate instructional strategies.
Develop and implement lessons aligned with instructional objectives and state-adopted goals.
Establish and maintain a fair, safe, and supportive classroom environment that encourages learning, attendance, positive behavior, and student achievement.
Adapt instruction to individual learning differences and provide developmentally appropriate tasks, remediation, and feedback.
Prepare materials and equipment, manage instructional time and transitions, supervise students, and keep students engaged in learning activities.
Use examples, demonstrations, reading, writing, speaking, listening, technology, and other learning tools to support student achievement and understanding.
Gather, maintain, and monitor student learning and attendance data; evaluate progress; follow grading policies; and maintain complete and accurate records.
Communicate regularly and effectively with students, parents or guardians, colleagues, administrators, and the community about student progress and other relevant matters.
Follow confidentiality procedures and use appropriate community resources.
Adhere to laws, policies, rules, regulations, school discipline procedures, and professional responsibilities.
Participate in professional growth activities, meet school and county goals, complete assigned duties, and maintain punctuality and professional conduct.