Special Education Teacher

Special Education TeacherApplication Dates: October 16, 2026 - October 15, 2027Reports To: Site AdministratorLocation: Various LocationsSt. Mary's County Public Schools has recently adopted a Teacher Candidate Assessment. Once you submit your application, you will receive an email to complete the Teacher Candidate Assessment as part of your application package.Nature Of Work:This is a professional position to meet the individual needs of students through direct service and consultative support to staff and families to support progress in the General Education Curriculum.Essential Functions:Ability to professionally relate to and collaborate with co-workers, students and community membersAbility to understand and maintain confidentialityAbility to use technology effectively to complete tasksAbility to report to work daily and on timePossess knowledge of the programs, policies, and procedures of the St. Mary's County Public School SystemAbility to organize, supervise, coordinate and establish priorities of tasks to be completedAbility to work independently in the absence of detailed instructions and to follow complex oral and/or written instructionsAbility to communicate orally or in writing, courteously and tactfully, with staff, students, parents, and the community in a timely mannerPossess excellent time management skills and ability to take initiative and make decisions within assigned responsibility in a challenging, fast-paced professional environment and be flexible in work responsibilities and hoursPossess knowledge of IDEA disabilities and how they can impact academic achievement and behaviorPossess knowledge of how disabilities may manifest themselves in the classroomPossess knowledge of grade level curriculum and classroom expectationsAbility to maintain required CPI certifications, as appropriateDuties And Responsibilities:Completes standardized assessments and formal reports for IEP teams to reviewDevelops IEP goals and objectives based on present levels of performance, formative and summative assessment informationCollaborates with general educators to disseminate information about student needs to determine what differentiation strategies to use in each lessonUtilizes assessment data to determine instructional/behavioral strategiesPerforms frequent formal and informal assessments to monitor instructional and IEP objectivesConsiders modifications and the scaffolding necessary for each student to access the grade level curriculumCommunicates positively with families on student progressCollaborates with general educators to develop lessons and assessments for students with disabilitiesCollaborates in a variety of co-teaching arrangements to support studentsImplements small group programs using established SMCPS interventionsEnsures that all IEPs/IFSPs are implemented appropriatelyEnsures that all Behavior Intervention Plans and behavior protocols are implemented with fidelityImplements student adaptive behavior supports including, when necessary, self-care and hygiene routines (e.g., toileting feeding, etc.)Collaborates with general educators to ensure students have access to grade level curriculumProvides positive communication to team members and families about student progress and achievementActs as a central point of contact for families and team members regarding student progressCommunicate student needs in a timely fashion to the IEP ChairpersonCollects, analyzes, and reports data to monitor progress, determine and report present levels of performance and to develop appropriate goals and objectivesSelects and administers a variety of standardized and non-standardized assessment tools with fidelityCompletes, maintains, and submits Medical Assistance logs in an ongoing and timely fashion as directed by the Department of Special EducationManages short and long-term deadlines related to State and Federal compliance indicatorsParticipates in targeted professional development and implement strategies in classroom and school settingsCollects, analyzes, and synthesizes instructional assessment data through all established SMCPS platforms and Maryland Online IEP toolsAttends required professional development and implement targeted strategies in the school and community settingParticipates in professional team and department meetingsProvides supervision and direction to assigned support staffSupports and implements the administration of all required Local and State assessments as determined by the IEP Team and school administrationPrepares and submits all required Extended School Year materials as determined by the IEP TeamInterface with SMCPS established online instructional and student performance platformsSupports the use of student equipment and tools including assistive technology plan for whole group, small group and individualized instruction throughout the school day and with a variety of staff.Selects and administers a variety of standardized and non-standardized assessment tools with fidelityDevelops and monitors IEP goals and objectives based on assessment and data informationMonitors and reports progress on goals and objectivesDelivers specialized instruction in reading, math, written language, organization and behavior managementAssesses and evaluates students to determine initial and continued eligibilityAnalyzes data to make instructional decisionsCommunicates effectively in writing through student assessment reports and online IEP documentsPerforms other related and nonrelated job duties as assignedQualifications:Required:Bachelor's DegreePreferred:Eligibility for professional certification/licensure of the appropriate grade and or contentTerm Of Employment:Full-time, ten-month positionSalary Grade Range: The salary for this EXEMPT position will be based on EASMC Teacher Career Ladder for ten-month employeesBargaining Unit Eligibility: EASMCRevised: 07.2024, 04.2025The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all applicants, re-advertise, and/or withdraw the positions.The St. Mary's County Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status or sexual orientation, religion, or disability in matters affecting employment or providing access to programs.