East Central

Job Summary:
The Special Education Teacher will work within a federal setting IV (self contained) program delivering tailored instruction and support to students facing social, emotional, behavioral, and learning challenges. This role encompasses curriculum development, social skill development, behavior management, collaboration with IEP teams, data tracking/assessment administration, fostering positive rapport with students and stakeholders, ensuring safety protocols, and active engagement in professional development initiatives.  This positon is for the Journey Elementary Setting IV Program.

Key Responsibilities:
Instruction & Curriculum Development:
Employ a spectrum of differentiated instructional methodologies and personalized approaches, to cater to the diverse learning needs of special education students.
Implement district curriculum frameworks aligned with district SEL and academic benchmarks and modify them as guided by evaluated student needs.
Work closely with program administration and district/program special education specialists on developing and adhering to the daily schedule to ensure students receive the required instructional time and teacher daily preparation time in a dynamic environment.
Classroom & Behavior Management:
Establish a structured, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
Effectively oversee student conduct, enforce program protocols emphasizing restorative practices in response to student behavior, and contribute to the formulation of personalized intervention strategies.
Maintain a safe and inclusive learning space for students with varying disabilities and uphold student welfare across diverse settings, including transportation, outdoor environments, and non-classroom areas of the school setting.
Foster trusting relationships with students, offering restorative approaches focusing on facilitation of SEL standards throughout the student day including community and transition areas (for secondary students).
Utilize data from Functional Behavioral Assessments to facilitate the creation and implementation of effective Behavior Support Plans (BSP) and evidence-based methodologies to optimize student outcomes.
Collaboration & Communication:
Work closely with the administration on developing and adhering to the daily schedule to ensure students receive the required instructional time and teacher daily preparation time in a dynamic environment.
Guide paraprofessionals in school protocols, implementing accommodations, modifications, and individualized supports as required by program standards and student plans (like IEPs)
Provide initial, ongoing training and modeling of classroom procedures, strategies to support learning and specific behavior management strategies in collaboration with district/program special education specialists.
Collaborative Planning with paraprofessionals to guide their role in small group instruction, preparing materials, or monitoring progress.
Work closely with itinerants, and other support staff to meet student needs.
Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress and IEP goals.
Compliance & Documentation:
Contribute to the development, monitoring, and periodic review of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and inclusive goal-setting.Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and IEP documentation.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local special education laws and regulations.
Administer assessments to track academic and developmental progress.
Professional Engagement: Actively participate in staff meetings, developmental workshops, and knowledge-sharing sessions, occasionally assuming the role of a facilitator to enrich colleagues’ skill sets.

Job Summary:
The Resource Special Education Teacher provides specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities in a resource room or inclusion setting. They collaborate with general education teachers, parents, and support staff to ensure students meet their individualized education program (IEP) goals and access the general curriculum effectively.

Key Responsibilities:
Instruction & Support:
Provide direct instruction to students with disabilities primarily setting I-II services, in small-group, co-teaching,  or one-on-one settings.
Develop and implement individualized learning plans based on students’ IEPs.
Adapt and modify curriculum to meet diverse learning needs.
Use various teaching strategies, including multi-sensory techniques, differentiated instruction, and assistive technology.
Collaboration & Communication:
Work closely with general education teachers to implement inclusive practices.
Communicate regularly with parents, providing updates on student progress and IEP goals.
Coordinate with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other support staff to ensure comprehensive services.
IEP Development & Compliance:
Participate in IEP meetings and assist in developing goals and accommodations.
Collect data and monitor student progress to adjust instruction accordingly.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and district special education regulations.
Behavior & Classroom Management:
Implement positive behavior support strategies.
Address student behavior issues with appropriate interventions and documentation.
Foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.

Job Summary:
The Center-Based Special Education Teacher is responsible for designing and implementing individualized educational programs (IEPs) for students with special needs in a structured, center-based setting. This role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, adapting curriculum to meet diverse learning needs, and fostering a supportive environment that promotes academic, social, and emotional development. The Shine program is designed to support students with educational needs in functional and academic skills, with instruction provided across various settings, including classrooms, the community, and job sites.

Key Responsibilities:
Instruction & Curriculum Development:
Develop and implement individualized lesson plans aligned with students’ IEP goals.
Modify curriculum and instructional methods to meet the diverse learning needs of students with disabilities.
Utilize evidence-based teaching strategies, assistive technology, and specialized instructional materials.
Assess student progress regularly and adjust instruction accordingly.
Classroom & Behavior Management:
Establish a structured, supportive, and engaging classroom environment.
Implement positive behavior support strategies and individualized Behavior Support Plans (BSP).
Maintain a safe and inclusive learning space for students with varying disabilities.
Collaboration & Communication:
Work closely with paraprofessionals, itinerants, and other support staff to meet student needs.
Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress and IEP goals.
Participate in IEP meetings, evaluations, and interdisciplinary team discussions.
Compliance & Documentation:
Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and IEP documentation.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local special education laws and regulations.
Administer assessments to track academic and developmental progress.

Job Summary:
The Center-Based Special Education Teacher is responsible for designing and implementing individualized educational programs (IEPs) for students with special needs in a structured, center-based setting. This role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, adapting curriculum to meet diverse learning needs, and fostering a supportive environment that promotes academic, social, and emotional development.

Key Responsibilities:
Instruction & Curriculum Development:
Develop and implement individualized lesson plans aligned with students’ IEP goals.
Modify curriculum and instructional methods to meet the diverse learning needs of students with disabilities.
Utilize evidence-based teaching strategies, assistive technology, and specialized instructional materials.
Assess student progress regularly and adjust instruction accordingly.
Classroom & Behavior Management:
Establish a structured, supportive, and engaging classroom environment.
Implement positive behavior support strategies and individualized Behavior Support Plans (BSP).
Maintain a safe and inclusive learning space for students with varying disabilities.
Utilize data from Functional Behavioral Assessments to facilitate the creation and implementation of effective Behavior Support Plans (BSP).
Collaboration & Communication:
Work closely with paraprofessionals, itinerants, and other support staff to meet student needs.
Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress and IEP goals.
Participate in IEP meetings, evaluations, and interdisciplinary team discussions.
Compliance & Documentation:
Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and IEP documentation.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local special education laws and regulations.
Administer assessments to track academic and developmental progress.