Special Education Teacher

JOB SUMMARY :

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Special Education Teacher to join our team. As a Special Education Teacher, you will be responsible for all aspects of classroom management; implementing student Individual Education Plans (IEP's); and all class activities related to school based and community instruction in accordance with school goals and objectives in a team environment.. You will work closely with students, parents, and other educators to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

DUTIES :

1. Participates as a member of assigned students’ team in the development / writing of the IEP.

2. Develops IEP goals and short term objectives for the annual IEP.

3. Supervises assigned Teacher Assistants, Paraeducators, and volunteers.

4. Schedules weekly progress / planning meetings with assigned staff to discuss and assign duties, responsibilities, and IEP objectives for which the staff will be responsible.

5. Meets regularly with therapists to review and discuss student progress; and to follow through on recommended therapeutic goals and techniques for OT, PT, Speech / Language, and Aquatic therapies.

6. Prepares written quarterly progress reports on all assigned students and distributes to parents, districts, therapists, and others authorized; and schedules progress meetings with parents and district representatives.

7. Maintains daily student attendance for use on progress reports and school records.

8. Performs annual education and vocational evaluations.

9. Prepares daily or weekly lesson plans for each classroom and submits them to supervisor.

10. Maintains certification and staff development in accordance with New Hampshire regulations.

11. Attends School staff meetings and in-service trainings.

12. Facilitates parent communication to include daily journals, e-mails, and phone calls.

13. Provides daily instruction in each assigned classroom.

14. Manages transitional services for all students ages14 through 21, including arranging transitional meetings.

15. Maintains contacts with transitional job and adult service personnel and programs for placements.

16. Participates in school-wide activities benefiting the students.

17. Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director, Director of Education, and Assistant Director of Education.

EDUCATION : Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Special Education or Child Development, or equivalent as determined by the NHDOE. NHDOE certified in general special education.

EXPERIENCE : One year experience as a teacher or classroom assistant of special needs students with significant disabilities.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with special needs, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits :

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Education :

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience :

• Special education : 1 year (Required)

License / Certification :

• NH Special Education Teacher Certifcation (Required)

Ability to Commute :

• Rochester, NH 03867 (Required)

Ability to Relocate :

• Rochester, NH 03867 : Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location : In person