Special Education Teacher K-5

Position Summary:

In consultation with other school personnel theSpecial Education Teacher:

• Provides educational services to students with disabilities
• Is responsible for planning developing delivering and evaluating appropriate individualized educational services learning programs and instruction in the inclusion resource LID and other instructional settings.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Planning and providing specially designed instructions to students receiving special education and related services.
• Collaborating with related service providers and general education staff in the implementation of accommodations and modifications
• Ongoing communication and collaboration with parents staff and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.

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

Required/Preferred Education:

Teachers: Bachelors degree required
Coordinators: Bachelors degree required; Masters degree preferred

Required/Preferred Experience:

Teachers: 1-2 years teaching experience preferred.

RequiredCertifications:

• Valid Texas Special Education Teaching Certification/Appropriate Board Licensure
• Valid Texas Generalist/Core content Teaching Certification with required endorsements or training for relevant subject and level

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Physical Functions: Requires but is not limited to standing sitting repetitious hand and body movements bending squatting and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.

US Work Authorization required

Special Education at Great Hearts:

• At Great Hearts our Special Education Teachers and Coordinators are integral members of our faculty participating in all faculty-wide events and PD while also bringing the specialized expertise that is necessary for the success of all our students.
• Great Hearts aims to 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 in a variety of academic environments the Special Education team provides essential support following an Individualized Education Plan to ensure each student is served in the least restrictive environment possible.

Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer