SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL

South Burlington School District
About South Burlington School District:

At South Burlington School District, we believe in supporting the whole employee-inside and outside the workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes amazing, competitively priced health insurance, dental coverage, sick time, professional time and other leaves. Additionally, we offer a robust retirement plan which for educators is through VT State Teachers Retirement; Employees may also enjoy professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, wellness initiatives, Employee Assistance Programs and meaningful work that directly impacts student success and community growth.
Job Title : Special Education Teacher

Assigned School

Reports to : School Principal and Director of Educational Support Services
Plans and/or adapts the standards-based instructional program for eligible students consistent with local, state, and federal regulations, policies, procedures, and laws. Motivates and supports students in learning and personal growth, according to each student's ability, in order to develop skills, knowledge, and a disposition for learning needed for continued education and/or work. Prepares instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.

• Assists in creating a learning environment that supports and motivates learners, provides personal growth according to the individual's ability, and helps students develop a solid foundation for continued learning.
• Team-teach, co-teach, or provide support to teachers in a mainstream setting as assigned.
• Provides individualized and group instruction and academic support in assigned subject matter using best practices as specified in school regulations and procedures, and as mandated by state law and as indicated by Individual Education Programs (IEPs.)
• Ensure, through appropriate planning, that the individual needs of students will be met whether present or absent.
• the evaluation, planning, and case management of eligible students to include, but not limited to:
• Scheduling and monitoring due dates for student evaluations (IEPs).
• Evaluating students for special education eligibility in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations, policies, procedures, and laws.
• Developing, through collaboration with a team, an Individual Education Program for each assigned student. Assessing and documenting student progress toward individual goals.
• Monitoring paraprofessional staff in the implementation of student programs.
• Collaborates effectively with school staff, families and appropriate agencies by:
• Collaborating effectively with content areas and learning-community colleagues to meet student learning needs.
• Communicating school related issues, concerns, and successes.
• Being available to teachers, students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day and as indicated by IEPs.
• Providing consultation and regular communications with other educators regarding academic accommodations, adaptations and behavior interventions/strategies.
• Acquires and exhibits working knowledge of program procedures, routines and current best practices in Special Education and other professional related areas as assigned. Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's Degree. Demonstrated skill in working with elementary and middle school students with disabilities is required. Working knowledge of Special Education state and federal guidelines, regulations, and laws is essential. Knowledge and experience with behavioral strategies, accommodations, and interventions for secondary students with emotional/behavioral challenges.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid Vermont Teaching License with appropriate endorsement as a Consulting Teacher and/or Special Educator.
The ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory specific to assigned instructional academics program; ability to plan and implement plans based on school objectives and the needs and abilities of assigned students is required. Fluency in technology with data and communication systems and the ability to keep current on such technology. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, Vermont Education Quality Standards (EQS), applicable laws, and Board policies. Demonstrated ongoing commitment to workplace diversity, sustainability, and delivering exceptional customer service.

Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
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