Special Education Teachers, Elementary School

Summary

Instruct neurodivergent students in academic subjects, using a neurodiversity-affirming techniques, such as phonetics, multisensory learning, or repetition to reinforce learning and meet students' varying needs. Develop or implement strategies to meet the needs of neurodivergent students.. Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, or administrative regulations.

Duties

• Instruct an inclusive classroom for students in grades 2-5.
• Develop or implement strategies to meet the needs of students with a variety of learning styles.
• Modify the general elementary education curriculum for students with learning differences.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, or administrative regulations.
• Prepare classrooms with a variety of materials or resources for children to explore, manipulate, or use in learning activities or imaginative play.
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
• Provide assistive devices, supportive technology, or assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms.
• Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Encourage students to explore learning opportunities or persevere with challenging tasks to prepare them for later grades.
• Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, or other professionals to develop individual educational plans (IEPs) for students' educational, physical, or social development.
• Meet with parents or guardians to discuss their children's progress, advise them on using community resources.
• Monitor teachers or teacher assistants to ensure adherence to special education program requirements.
• Teach students personal development skills, such as goal setting, independence, or self-advocacy.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to students.
• Guide or counsel students with adjustment problems, academic problems, or special academic interests.
• Plan or conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Prepare objectives, outlines, or other materials for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or school or state requirements.
• Instruct students in daily living skills required for independent maintenance and self-sufficiency, such as hygiene, safety, or food preparation.
• Collaborate with other teachers or administrators to develop, evaluate, or revise elementary school programs.
• Confer with other staff members to plan or schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment or materials to prevent injuries and damage.
• Prepare, administer, or grade tests or assignments to evaluate students' progress.
• Organize and display students' work in a manner appropriate for their perceptual skills.
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, or teacher training workshops to maintain or improve professional competence.
• Interpret the results of standardized tests to determine students' strengths and areas of need.
• Organize and supervise games or other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, or social development.
• Administer standardized ability and achievement tests to elementary students with special needs.
• Plan or supervise experiential learning activities, such as class projects, field trips, demonstrations, or visits by guest speakers.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

About Us

Microschool & Clinic Setting | Neurodiversity-Affirming, Research-Driven Practice

We are a dynamic, inclusive microschool and therapy clinic dedicated to providing individualized, research-driven education and intervention for all children, including autistic learners. Our interdisciplinary model blends academics, social-emotional development, and therapeutic support to help each child thrive. We are committed to neurodiversity-affirming practices that honor each child’s strengths, communication style, and autonomy.