POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE: Special Education
ORGANIZATION: College Park Academy
REPORTS TO: Gordon Libby
GRADE: HS
Classroom High School Special Education Teacher
POSITION SUMMARY:
The teacher provides for instruction of students by developing, selecting, and
modifying instructional plans and materials and presenting them using instructional
techniques which meet the needs of all students. The teacher provides an atmosphere
and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional
development of students. This position monitors and evaluates student performance,
develops and implements plans to improve student performance, and maintains
required records and follows required procedures and practices.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an
individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- Ensure your pupils achieve learning outcomes that are above average in the
subject of mathematics by instructing students in a clear, concise and fun way, and regularly preparing lesson plans that are engaging and incorporate the
curriculum;
- Establishes clear goals and objectives related to the School Improvement Plan;
- Plans and prepares lessons, assignments, instructional materials;
- Establishes learning objectives consistent with appraisal of student needs, curriculum
framework, and knowledge of human growth and development;
- Prepares, administers and corrects evaluations and assessments, and records results;
- Selects and uses appropriate instructional strategies including, but not limited to, lectures, group discussions, demonstrations, modeling and multimedia teaching aids to present subject matter to students;
- Evaluates student progress using appropriate assessment techniques;
- Maintains order and discipline in the classroom conducive to effective learning and takes all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities;
- Creates a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectives;
- Counsels pupils when academic and adjustment problems arise;
- Confers with parents and students regarding progress/problems of assigned students; arranges and participates in teacher-parent or teacher-student conferences as necessary;
- Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, Board Policy and Administrative Regulation;
- Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, textbooks, materials and facilities;
- Attends and actively participates in staff/faculty meetings and provides input regarding the planning of instruction goals, objectives and methods;
- Improves skill and knowledge base in current trends, research and methodology in instructional techniques, technology, multi-cultural content, problem solving and interdisciplinary connections;
- Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for paraprofessional educators, student teachers, and volunteers; and
- Performs other duties as assigned.
INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES:
1. Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP.
2. Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
3. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and
equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
4. Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
5. Participate in IEP meetings on a regular basis.
6. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan for instructional activities.
7. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP.
8. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the
knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Ability to work with diverse populations;
- Knowledge of school organization, goals and objectives, curriculum, teaching techniques, current trends, research, and materials of instruction in field of specialization;
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of the teaching and learning process;
- Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education;
- Ability to infuse technology into curriculum;
- Ability to work effectively with students, parents, administrators, colleagues, community, and other school system staff; and Excellent oral and communication skills.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree required in applicable field of education from a regionally accredited
college or university.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Holds or is eligible for a Professional Certificate appropriate to area of assignment
issued by the Maryland State Department of Education.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Grade levels:
Schedule:
School type:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Riverdale, MD 20737: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to take a criminal background check?
- Are you willing to complete the Prince George's County SafeSchools Training?
Education:
License/Certification:
- Teaching Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person