Elementary Special Needs Teacher

Special Education Teacher (Grades 1-4)

Provides specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities in grades 1-4 to ensure access to the general education curriculum and progress toward Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals. The teacher collaborates with families, general education teachers, and support personnel to provide a positive, inclusive learning environment that promotes academic, behavioral, social, and emotional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities.
• Provide specialized instruction aligned to Louisiana Student Standards and individual student needs.
• Implement accommodations, modifications, and behavioral supports as outlined in student IEPs.
• Monitor student progress toward IEP goals and maintain required documentation and progress reports.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families to support student success.
• Conduct assessments, collect data, and use data to inform instructional decisions and interventions.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and district special education regulations and procedures.
• Create and maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment.
• Participate in IEP meetings, parent conferences, and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Utilize evidence-based instructional strategies and interventions to support student achievement and growth.
• Participate in required district and school professional development activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field required.
• Valid Louisiana teaching certificate in Special Education (Grades 1-5 or appropriate grade band) in accordance with Louisiana Department of Education guidelines.
• Experience teaching students with disabilities in an elementary school setting preferred.
• Knowledge of IDEA, IEP development and implementation, accommodations, modifications, and behavior intervention strategies.
• Knowledge of Louisiana Student Standards and elementary instructional practices.
• Strong classroom management, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to analyze student data and use data-driven instruction to improve student outcomes.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, families, and school personnel.

Reporting Structure: The Special Education Teacher reports to the school principal and/or designated district supervisor and is responsible for providing high-quality instruction and support services to students with disabilities while ensuring compliance with all applicable special education requirements.