Special Education Teacher

JOB TITLE

TEACHER OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

DEPT/LOCATION

Fedcap School NJ

REPORTS TO

Supervisor Rebecca Borg

JOB PURPOSE

  Special education teachers work with students who require additional assistance due to their varying disabilities, such as emotional, learning, mental, physical, and social developmental issues. The needs of the classroom will vary each year depending on the unique students who are enrolled in the school at any given time. Some students may have more severe cases than others, and students in the classroom will be representative of many different ages.

These teachers often focus on basic skill development, including effective communication techniques and literacy improvements. Teachers must adapt their lesson plans from the general education requirements. These teachers must then find the best ways to reach each student in their class with different approaches customized to the needs of each student. Part of the special education teacher responsibility is to provide the best education possible given student and classroom restrictions and to help these students be able to live more independently over time.

JOB SUMMARY

Job description includes: Lesson Planning and Implementation; IEP meetings and providing PLAPFS and Goals to meet the IEP; classroom management (Taking attendance, supervising students on field trips, working with small groups on specialized skill sets or projects, Providing extra assistance for those struggling with material, providing advanced learning options for students who want to challenge themselves, supervising workstations or activity centers, assisting in preparing homework assignments and tests. Grading materials and entering them into online grade books.

Meeting with parents and administration and providing grades each marking quarter. Printing materials, preparing teaching materials and classroom supplies

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.

·         To assist in carrying out the mission of the school to empower positive behavior in our students, assist them with coping skills, assure that all elements of each student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) is updated regularly, followed and remains in compliance.

·         As a member of The Fedcap School Faculty, and under the supervision of the Principal, the TWSD is responsible primarily for providing curriculum and instruction in  either a subject area or to an elementary classroom of Middle School students.

·         The TWSD is the support resource staff member for access services such as peer/family counseling and support, screening, assessment, brief treatment, consultative services, education and engagement, linkages, outreach and advocacy.

·         In addition every staff member may: · Report suspected child and elder abuse and follow up on all such reports. · Supervision of interns. · Other duties as assigned by supervisor. service providers, and other relevant agencies on topics and issues related to domestic violence and sexual assault.

2.

Functions as an ambassador for The Fedcap Group.

3.

Contributes to organization success by accepting new assignments, helping team members, learning new skills, and striving to improve team results.

NOTE

The employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification

• TEACHER OF STUDENT’S WITH DISABILITIES:

Cumulative GPA Requirement • New Jersey requires that candidates for certification achieve a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 when a GPA of 4.00 equals an A grade for students graduating on or after September 1, 2016 (2.75 for those graduating before September 1, 2016) in a baccalaureate degree program, higher degree program or a State-approved postbaccalaureate certification program with a minimum of 13 semester-hour credits. •

The Teacher of Students with Disabilities endorsement is not a standalone certificate. Candidates need to hold a CE, CEAS or standard NJ instructional certificate with an endorsement appropriate to the subject or grade level to be taught.

Job Experience

·         Experience working with students with special needs is preferred.

Software Skills

·         Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, and other related software.

Work Conditions

·         Work is typically performed in an office environment but may be required to perform job duties outside of the office setting.  

Special Schedule

·         Normal business hours: At times, must be willing to work in beyond normal business hours as needed by operational needs and event schedules.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

·         Build strong interpersonal relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

·         Work cooperatively with others on a team.

·         Excellent verbal/written communication and presentation skills.

·         Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

·         Maintain the highest level of confidentiality, integrity, and ethical practice.

·         Analyze, make decisions, and resolve situations/problems effectively within the scope of responsibilities.

·         Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.

·         Be patient and sensitive to individuals with disabilities.

Other

•       Demonstrable knowledge of and commitment to the mission, vision and goals of The Fedcap Group and execution of relevant policies and procedures.

STATUS

Part/Full-time

Full-time

Term

Regular 12 month

FLSA Status

NON Exempt

Wage/Salary

$65,000.00

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