UTMS Special Education Teacher

UTMS Special Education Teacher Job Summary Develop the student's fullest acquisition of knowledge, skills, concepts, and attitudes. Job Functions Manages an assigned student caseload to address student goals and special education services. Plans and implements specially designed instruction to address core academic skills and life skills for students. Delivers special education services to students as outlined in the student's IEP. Teaches the assigned curriculum to pupils, utilizing the course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities via co‑teaching, direct instruction, small group intervention, and/or individual student intervention. Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and in administrative regulations and procedures of the school district. Adapts academic material and methods to provide individual, small group, or remedial instruction to meet the needs of the individual pupil. Plans, organizes, and oversees the orderly, productive operation of the special education classroom. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment. Drafts and finalizes compliant Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students on an assigned caseload. Conducts Annual Case Review meetings and Case Conference Committee meetings with appropriate participants in a timely, collaborative manner. Adheres to special education laws and regulations. Evaluates, monitors, and reports students' progress on goals. Navigates the IIEP system to maintain compliance with documentation requirements. Communicates and collaborates with general education teachers, parents, school counselors, and other professional staff members to meet students' needs. Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day. Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs. Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities. Maintains professional competence through professional development activities provided by the district and in self-selected professional growth activities. Serves as a positive role model for students. Attends professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence. Adheres to all district policies and procedures. Supports the district's mission, vision, values and strategic plan. Understands and maintains boundaries and confidentiality with students, families and staff. Cultivates and develops inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, staff, families and community members. Adheres to staff and program guidelines and district procedures and policies. Demonstrates prompt, regular and reliable attendance. Other duties as assigned. Additional Duties Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Special Education and other Central Office Administrators as designated by the Superintendent. Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required Appropriate Indiana teaching licensure for special education and level taught. Knowledge of current special education teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles. Demonstrate collaboration and relationship building skills. Excellent technology skills. Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding special education and students. Commitment to working effectively with culturally, economically and socially diverse students and families. Ability to organize and coordinate work. Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents. Strong communication skills verbally, orally and written. Ability to understand and follow data privacy rules and regulations related to students. Physical Requirements Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Vision abilities required include close vision. Work Schedule Standard teacher work schedule as set forth in the Teachers' Unit Contract. Certification/License Indiana State Special Education Teacher Certification. Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation. Education Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment. Masters Degree preferred. Experience Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred. FLSA Status: Exempt #J-18808-Ljbffr Union Township School Corporation