Special Education Teacher

Description

Job Purpose

Under the direction of the Principal, the Special Education Teacher will lead the instruction and training of scholars in his or her classroom and/or assigned grade level(s). The Special Education Teacher will work closely with scholars, parents, and school administration to ensure that academic success and character development are achieved by all scholars in the classroom.

Essential Responsibilities

Establish a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment where all scholars are invested in their academic excellence and character growth and can fulfill their potential
Develop and implement daily instruction plans as part of the long-range educational and organizational goals
Employ a variety of creative, differentiated, and research-based instructional strategies that ensure students are actively engaged in meaningful and rigorous learning experiences
Conduct interim assessments, track student progress, and perform regular data analysis to determine student mastery and diagnose areas of misunderstanding
Apply classroom management techniques and appropriate scholar corrections and disciplinary actions
Maintain accurate and complete records, including but not limited to: attendance, behavior, student achievement data, grades, progress reports, parent communication, text books, etc.
Set measurable, ambitious, and attainable goals for the year and each interim assessment cycle
Provide reasonable vigilance for the physical safety and well-being of scholars while on campus or off-campus for school functions
Evaluate individual scholar academic progress through regular and varied assessments
Assume responsibility for scholar success by holding all scholars accountable to school-wide behavioral expectations
Recognize, celebrate and reward scholar achievement and character development
Build rapport with scholars, parents, and families
Continually improve teaching skills by seeking out constructive feedback and professional development opportunities
Actively and professionally participate in all faculty and staff meetings, professional development, and events
Teach, lead, or assist with educational or extracurricular activities outside of regular school hours
Assist with scholar recruitment efforts as needed
Perform other duties as requested or required

Competencies

Serving Leader

Provide vigilant supervision for the physical safety and well-being of scholars while on campus or off-campus for school functions

Collaborative Relationships

Build rapport with scholars, parents, and families
Continually improve teaching skills by seeking out constructive feedback and professional development opportunities

Resource Management

Maintain accurate and complete records, including but not limited to: attendance, behavior, student achievement data, grades, progress reports, parent communication, text books, etc.

Forming Character

Apply classroom management techniques and appropriate scholar corrections and disciplinary actions
Assume responsibility for scholar success by holding all scholars accountable to school-wide behavioral expectations
Recognize, celebrate and reward scholar achievement and character development

Academic Excellence

Establish a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment where all scholars are invested in their academic excellence and character growth and can fulfill their potential
Set measurable, ambitious, and attainable goals for the year and each interim assessment cycle
Evaluate individual scholar academic progress through regular and varied assessments

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Education or equivalent required
Arizona State Special Education Teacher Certification
Specialty or highly qualified credential preferred
At least 1-3 years of teaching experience, urban experience a plus
Experience working with students and families in urban communities
Strong instructional and classroom management skills
Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Experience with school teaching platforms and technology for virtual learning
Proven track record of student achievement results

Personal Qualities

Integrity, credibility, and passionate commitment to EAGLE’s mission of Expecting Academic Greatness with a Loving Emphasis
Proactive and hands-on strategic thinker who enjoys tackling challenges and overcoming obstacles
Strong relationship building, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Commitment to loving our scholars, an unwavering belief that all children can and must succeed, and a deep passion for developing the character of a serving leader in every child
Driven by a passion for ensuring every scholar has an excellent education
Open to feedback and committed to continuously improving

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

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