Special Education Teacher (Blytheville)
Special Education Teacher (Blytheville)
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Job Description
Special Education Teachers are responsible for providing individualized instruction and support to students with disabilities ensuring compliance with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and collaborating with general education teachers families and support staff to promote each students success.
Special Education teachers report to and are supported by the District Special Education Manager who provides leadership in all areas of special education programming. In collaboration with the School Principal the Manager also supports the consistent implementation of attendance and behavioral procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Instructional Planning and Delivery
- Develop and implement IEPs tailored to each students needs.
- Deliver instruction aligned with Arkansas Academic Standards and adapted to students abilities.
- Utilize evidencebased strategies to support diverse learners.
- Assess student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
Help Build a Positive School and Classroom Culture
- Work closely with general education teachers to support inclusive practices.
- Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and IEP goals.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and professional development sessions.
Demonstrate a Growth Mindset
- Maintain accurate records of student performance and IEP implementation.
- Ensure compliance with federal state and local regulations on special education.
- Prepare reports and documentation as required by ADE and school policies.
Other Responsibilities (As Needed)
Duties and responsibilities may evolve as school needs change. Teachers and instructional staff may be asked to perform additional tasks to support student achievement school culture and team collaboration.
Qualifications :
Education: Bachelors degree in Special Education or related field required.
Licenses: Standard Arkansas Teaching License in Special Education K12; or eligible for licensure through reciprocity; or enrolled in an Alternative Licensure Program (ALP).
Experience: Prior experience working with students with disabilities preferred.
- Must pass state and federal background checks including fingerprinting and child maltreatment registry checks.
- Ongoing participation in professional development activities as required by ADE.
- Strong understanding of special education laws and best practices.
- Ability to develop and implement effective instructional strategies.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Experience teaching in a KIPP or other highperforming charter school environment preferred.
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.
Additional Information :
Teacher salaries will be based on the experience degree level and licensure per the SY 202526 Salary Schedule.
KIPP Delta Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on qualifications merit and organizational needs. We do not discriminate based on race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
