Teacher (Special Education)

Bureau of Indian Education • Aneth, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is part of the Aneth Community School, Bureau of Indian Education, serving as a classroom teacher in a BIE school on or near the Reservation. It requires a school-year contract under Public Law 95-561, renewed annually, and is not suitable for telework or remote work. The teacher provides professional-level instruction as a classroom teacher, team teacher, or remedial or special services teacher, depending on the school setting and organizational structure. The position involves planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional activities under established guidelines.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited educational institution.
• Valid teacher certification or licensure in the state where the position is located and in the identified specialty field; emergency or provisional certificates may be accepted under the conditions issued by the state certification authority.
• Applicants with valid state certification from another state may be considered; if selected, they must obtain full state teacher certification within two full contract terms under a provisional contract.
• Submission of legible transcripts to meet the education requirements; official transcripts are required upon selection.
• A background security investigation and favorable adjudication are required for appointment.
• A valid driver's license is required if the employee operates a government-owned or leased vehicle as an incidental duty.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must meet Selective Service registration requirements.
• Successful completion of a one-academic-year probationary period consisting of two full academic semesters.
• Applicants must provide complete documentation of qualifications; qualifications are assessed based on submitted materials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare yearly instructional outlines and daily lesson plans, specifying objectives, activities, and evaluation methods for group and individual programs.
• Teach students by selecting, developing, adapting, and implementing appropriate instructional methods and techniques, using available resources to support academic achievement.
• Provide learning experiences in assigned subject areas that develop cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skills appropriate to students’ needs and interests.
• Evaluate individual and group academic progress using criterion-referenced and standardized tests, oral tests, and other relevant evaluation methods.
• Use alternative instruction to meet individual student needs.
• Prepare progress reports for parents and confer with parents and other concerned individuals.
• Maintain required records in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Maintain control of the assigned class and handle discipline independently, except for chronic or extreme behavior problems.
• Counsel individual students within established guidelines, using background information to support effective instruction and address student behavior and progress.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
• Government quarters are available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level