Special Education Teacher/Case Manager

Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher/Case Manager to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with students with diverse learning needs, providing tailored support and resources to enhance their learning experience. This role requires a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment that promotes the academic and social development of all students.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Terms of Employment

Full-time, Exempt

Eligible for Benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Valid Colorado license/teaching certification in Special Education (alternate licensure accepted).
• Strong understanding of IEP development and implementation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of educators and support staff.
• Patience, empathy, and a passion for working with students with special needs.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Requirements:

• Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with diverse learning needs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to adapt curriculum and instructional strategies.
• Provide direct instruction and support to students in a resource setting and in the general education classroom.
• Monitor and assess student progress, adjusting strategies as needed to ensure success.
• Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and other stakeholders regarding student progress and needs.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in special education.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student engagement and participation.
• Member of a multi-disciplinary professional team.
• Provide direct instruction and consultation to students with an IEP.
• Provide students with experiences that will give them opportunities to develop mature, responsible behaviors necessary for future success.
• Provide nondiscriminatory diagnostic assessment of reading, writing, and math.
• Design, implement, and support programming needed to maximize functional educational outcomes in the reading, writing, and math.
• Provide consultation to regular education, special education, support staff and parents, and other agencies regarding programming for students with learning needs through appropriate service delivery models.
• Demonstrates knowledge about the ways in which learning takes place, including the levels of intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of their students.
• Uses formal and informal methods to assess student learning, provide feedback, and to use results to inform planning and instruction.
• Integrates and utilizes appropriate available technology to engage students in authentic learning experiences.
• Establishes and communicates high expectations and use processes to support the development of critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Establish and maintain confidential records of screenings, evaluations, and progress towards goals.
• Prepare and submit reports to direct supervisor.
• Attend conferences and workshops regarding learning disabilities and intervention techniques.
• Participate in staff development and professional development activities and attend all mandatory meetings and trainings.
• Deliver interventions to all levels in identified area(s) of need with direct, explicit instruction.
• Use a variety of teaching techniques, strategies, methods, and materials for specific learning problems/and or social, emotional or behavioral problems.
• Use technology in communication with students, peers, parents, and administration.
• Assist in modifying materials and training general education teachers on curriculum modification.
• Facilitate inclusion of all students.
• Design motivational strategies for at-risk learners.
• Develop and coordinate behavior management plans.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Participate on the multi-disciplinary team to identify students K-8 grade with learning disabilities.
• Inform students with disabilities and families of outside agencies, specialists, and other resources when appropriate.
• Demonstrate the ability to work with students of all ages.
• Maintain confidentiality of all records and information.
• Train and oversee paraprofessionals.
• Advocate for students' needs.
• Ensure student rights under IDEA.
• Initiate contact with parents and serve as a liaison.
• Keep current on Federal and State special education laws, procedures, and district policies and procedures.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal relation skills.
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various.
• Ability to perform responsibilities without the necessity of close supervision.
• Must be proficient in the use of personal computers and common software applications including Google Suite, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point, as well as data management systems.