Middle School Special Education Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certification as a Moderate Special Needs Teacher
• Preferred or Intensive Special Needs Teacher

REPORTS TO: Building Principal and PPS Director

JOB GOAL: To consult with teachers and provide direct instruction to IEP students.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Act as liaison for each assigned IEP student.
• Provide tutorial and small group instruction for IEP specified services.
• Develop educational plans (IEPs) to meet students’ needs.
• Assist regular education teachers in the successful inclusion of IEP students.
• Consult with teachers, guidance and other support personnel for student goals, educational modifications; make up work, untimed tests, organizational skills, and other skills stipulated on the IEP.
• Attend team meetings for new students and provide services (including writing of new IEP or amendment) as determined by team.
• Coordinate with guidance counselors to oversee the tutorial program and schedule for any assigned IEP students.
• Works as a team member for other specified duties at Gardner High School.
• Complete all paperwork (including referrals for reevaluation) within the specified time limits.
• Act as a resource for parents, teachers, and administrators.
• Chair team meetings.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: School Year

SALARY BENEFITS: Per Teacher Contract

EVALUATION: Principal and Director of Pupil Personnel Director