Special Education Teacher (Language Learning Disabilities)

SOUTH ORANGE-MAPLEWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT | MAPLEWOOD, NJ

  

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CountyEssex
Posted Date 6/20/2024
Expiration Date9/30/2024
Description
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
(Language Learning Disabilities) 
1.0 FTE – Columbia High School

AVAILABLE SEPTEMBER 2024
THE POSITION
Candidate should have experience working in a self-contained classroom setting serving the needs of high school learning disabled students.
 
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

1. Teacher of Students with Disabilities and secondary general education certification or a Teacher of the Handicapped certification required.
2. Demonstrated ability to work with special education students.
3. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
4. Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident/immigrant status.

 
 
REPORTS TO
 
Principal
 
JOB GOAL(S)
 
 
To provide instructional leadership in the classroom in accordance with the course of study approved by the Board of Education approved curriculum.

 

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

 
  1.  Implements instruction to meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
 
  1.  Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
 
  1.  Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives.
 
  1.  Employs instructional methods and available materials that are appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
 
  1.  Assesses the performance of students on a continuing basis and provides progress reports as required.
 
  1.   Identifies students who require additional support services.
 
  1.  Communicates with colleagues, students, and parents.
 
  1.  Maintains high expectations for student performance and behavior.
 
  1.  Engages in professional development activities, which enhances instructional practices.
 
  1.  Participates in appropriate building and district meetings.
 
  1.  Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
 
  1.  Performs other related duties as assigned.  
 
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS OF THE POSITION:  To maintain effective relationships with teachers, students, parents, administrators and appropriate community groups.
 
 
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT            10 Months
                                                         Salary as per SOMEA Agreement
County
Essex

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