Special Education Teacher

Oakmont Education•Des Moines, IA

About The Position

The Intervention Specialist is responsible for Special Education services and compliance and may provide additional intervention to students who are not identified for Special Education services as needed. The role requires staying current on laws and regulations related to special education and ensuring students with disabilities have the same learning opportunities as students without disabilities. The specialist works closely with classroom teachers to meet student needs, teach IEP goals, and follow IEP provisions, while supporting students’ academic development and well-being and contributing to the school’s success. The position involves instruction, student supervision and safety, specialized instruction in one-on-one, small-group, and inclusion settings, curriculum and assessment development, and collaboration with families, teachers, administrators, and colleagues. The Intervention Specialist leads the Response to Intervention process, manages IEPs and student files, monitors progress, and maintains student records and confidentiality. The role also includes supporting a positive, purposeful learning environment, participating in staff development, and contributing to school policies and instructional programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Highly Qualified Teacher status in the teaching assignment.
Complete a BCI/FBI background check and comply with Ohio Administrative Code Rule 3301-20-01.
Demonstrate effective classroom instruction and management skills.
Have exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
Have effective organizational skills and the ability to perform multiple tasks.
Demonstrate experience with personalized student advising and motivation.
Work effectively with all stakeholders.
Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
Be proficient in the use of technology.
Show a passion for improving educational opportunities for urban students and building a strong, mission-driven organization.
Commit to continued personal and professional growth and to the company’s mission, vision, and growth.
Have a passion for working with and teaching youth from varied social, educational, and economic backgrounds and levels.
Be willing to go above and beyond to support students in achieving academic goals.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
One to two years of experience working with students with disabilities.
Experience with ETRs and IATs and writing IEPs.

Responsibilities

Manage students’ day-to-day work, safety, and welfare, including curriculum and assessment development, instruction, supervision, guidance, academic and character development, and student safety.
Lead the Response to Intervention process.
Communicate effectively with teachers, parents, and administrators to facilitate the IEP process.
Maintain accurate Individual Educational Programs and student files, and remain current on special education rules and regulations.
Create and manage a caring, supportive, purposeful, and stimulating learning environment.
Prepare lesson plans aligned with applicable state standards and implement the Instructional Framework with fidelity.
Teach assigned subjects in accordance with the school’s course of study.
Use data and assessments to drive instruction.
Use support staff effectively within the classroom, including parent helpers.
Set clear teaching objectives and learning outcomes with appropriate challenge and expectations.
Adapt and enrich curricula using multiple strategies, online tools, and technology to engage and support students.
Develop classroom experiences that help students apply learning to real-world problems.
Organize and manage groups and individual students while differentiating for diverse learning needs and abilities.
Use advanced classroom management techniques.
Provide opportunities for students to participate in activities outside the classroom, such as student organizations, physical activities, and service learning.
Provide specialized instruction to students with special needs in one-on-one, small-group, or inclusion settings according to IEPs and/or SPs.
Promote high achievement, an orderly and motivational culture, and a strong school community.
Complete written IEP progress reports at least as often as general education progress reports, and at minimum quarterly.
Keep accurate student records, including grade books, report cards, lesson plans, attendance, and behavior or discipline records.
Monitor, assess, record, and report children’s progress regularly.
Protect the privacy and confidentiality of student records and professional matters.
Collaborate with staff to improve student learning and achievement in regular education classrooms.
Build positive working relationships with students, parents, and school staff and model connected collaboration with colleagues.
Maintain order and discipline among students and safeguard their health and safety.
Participate in decisions about policies, programs of study, teaching materials, resources, teaching methods, and pastoral arrangements.
Participate in ongoing, job-embedded staff professional development.
Perform other job duties as assigned.