Description:
ESI is seeking a Special Education Teacher who provides educational services to students with disabilities and is responsible for planning, developing, delivering, and evaluating appropriate individualized educational services, learning programs, and instruction in the resource, inclusion, LID, and other instructional settings.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor Degree
- Valid Teaching Certificate OR Valid Statement of Eligibility
- Valid State Special Education Teaching Certification
- Prior Teaching Experience Preferred
- Ability to walk, stand, stoop, bend, push a cart, or lift during the entire shift.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, including small packages and supplies.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
- Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
- Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and policies affecting special education
- Knowledge of current special education practices and methodologies
- Knowledge of educational technology applications
Special Education at School Level
- Participate in all faculty-wide events and PD, while also bringing the specialized expertise that is necessary for the success of all our students.
- Serve all students within our special education population in a manner that affirms and reflects their dignity and rightful participation within the larger student body and academy.
- Through consultation, resource, inclusion, and co-teaching models, the Special Education team provides essential support, following an Individualized Education Plan, to ensure each student is served in the least restrictive environment possible.