Teacher, Exceptional Student Education VE Grade 3-5
On-siteSarasota, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Develop Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) by determining present levels of performance, setting measurable annual goals, and selecting appropriate accommodations. Collaborate with general education teachers and service providers to design specially designed instruction and facilitate IEP meetings, reevaluations, and eligibility determinations. Deliver differentiated instruction that supports students with disabilities in mastering state standards while maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment. Monitor student progress through data analysis and adjust instructional strategies as needed. Coordinate paraprofessional schedules and manage classroom resources, equipment, and testing environments in compliance with district and state regulations.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution
- Valid Florida Educator's Certificate in Exceptional Student Education and Endorsement, as required
- Meet certification and highly qualified requirement for core content area(s), at appropriate level
- Ability to design and implement educational services for exceptional students
- Knowledge of prescribed curriculum and research-based strategies for instructing students with varying learning abilities and styles
- Ability to use technology to support learning
- Ability to effectively assess levels of student achievement, analyze data and prescribe actions for improvement
- Ability to maintain appropriate student supervision, so that students have a safe and orderly environment in which to learn
- Ability to provide specially designed instruction specific to IEP goals
- Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and implement all requirements for students with disabilities
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of subject matter content
- Apply principles of learning and effective research-based strategies in instructional design, planning and delivery
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with other professionals, students, parents and the community
- Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate action based on school procedures and law
- Provide instruction on safety procedures and proper handling of materials and equipment
- Use appropriate materials, technology, and resources to help meet learning needs of all students, including assistive devices
- Use appropriate strategies and techniques to enhance critical thinking skills in students
- Provide quality work that is challenging and relevant to the goals and objectives identified on the IEP
- Complete required professional development needs with reference to specific instructional assignments and maintain their current professional certificate
- Model professional and ethical conduct when dealing with students, peers, parents, and the community
- Perform and fulfill all professional responsibilities
- Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects
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