Middle School Special Education Teacher

Job Description
Instructional Delivery and Assessment
● Deliver evidence-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals contained within each student’s IEP and ensure access to the general education curriculum
● Use assessment data to adjust instructional methods and levels of support in both the special education and general education environment
● Provide consultation to general education teachers regarding classroom accommodations, instructional modifications, adaptive equipment, behavior plans and other similar instructional interventions to meet the needs of students with disabilities
● Coordinate the scheduling and delivery of special education services as outlined in each student's IEP through collaboration with related service providers and building leaders
● Develop IEPs in accordance with guidelines established under IDEA and the OklahomaSpecial Education Compliance Program Review Standards and Indicators
● Maintain accurate records (e.G. grade book, discipline documentation, progress monitoring, service logs)
● Embrace and incorporate feedback in the spirit of constant improvement
Academic and Cultural Support
● Assume personal responsibility for student achievement
● Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote an environment of critical thinking, inclusion, and academic rigor
● Establish and maintain working relationships with students and families based on trust and respect
● Participate in the daily functions of the school such as morning, lunch, and afternoon supervisory duties
● Attend critical school events such as staff meetings, open houses, and student-led parent conferences
● Meet professional obligations including timeliness and consistency in meeting deadlines
Exemplify the school cultural expectations