Special Education Teacher
$65,000–$85,000 year
On-siteWellington, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Design and deliver personalized instruction for K-12 students with diverse learning needs, including those with IEPs, autism, and emotional behavioral disorders. Create comprehensive lesson plans, modify curricular content, and implement Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) strategies within small class settings. Manage student caseloads by developing and updating Individualized Education Plans, tracking progress, and generating detailed reports. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and parents to foster an inclusive environment while maintaining accurate student files and adhering to state standards.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in education, special education or a closely related field of study
- Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining one or more of the following OH state teaching credentials: Intervention Specialist - Mild/Moderate Educational Needs (K-12), Intervention Specialist - Moderate/Intensive Educational Needs (K-12), Primary Intervention Specialist (PK-5)
- Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training
- Prior experience working with curriculum development, differentiation and instruction, preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting
- Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance, particularly for students with learning disabilities, emotional behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders and/or other related disabilities
- Prior experience and/or highly knowledgeable in working with students with individualized education plans (IEP's)
- Proven success in developing and implementing effective education plans for students with diverse needs
- Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals
- Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability
- Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions
- Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment
Desired Qualifications
- Educational Strategy
- Record Keeping & Reporting
- Lesson Planning
- Positive Behavior Intervention and Support
- Behavior Intervention Plans - BIP
- Behavioral Intervention
- Crisis Intervention
- Emotional Disturbance
- Behavioral Disorders
- Learning Disabilities
- Autism
- Performance Motivation
- Student Development
- Student Engagement
- Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
- Personalized Instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Instruction
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Computer Skills
- K-12 Education
- Special Education
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
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