Special Ed - LD English Teacher

Special Education TeacherThe job of Special Education Teacher is done for the purpose of developing special education students' success in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.Tasks include adapting classroom work, administering first aid, advising parents, assessing students' needs, collaborating with school personnel, directing instructional assistants, instructing students, managing student behavior, preparing teaching materials, reporting incidents, participating in meetings, and performing other related duties.Knowledge, skills and other characteristics required include algebra and geometry knowledge, reading manuals, writing documents, analyzing situations, age appropriate activities, bilingual skills, pertinent codes, stages of child development, and working knowledge of school system.Responsibilities include working under limited supervision, leading and coordinating others, and operating within a defined budget.Physical requirements include frequent sitting, standing, bending, repetitive motion, vision to monitor, and lifting up to 15 pounds. The ability to perform this job's primary functions requires the ability to monitor and physically restrain children if necessary.Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Education or related field, a valid Arizona Teaching Certificate in Special Education, and certain endorsements may be required for certain positions. Salary grade and full-time equivalent are provided in the certified salary schedule.