Special Education Teacher
Los Angeles
Job Description Job Description Special Education Teacher job duties include:
Assessing children’s skills and learning requirements
Designing Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs)
Collaborating with parents and school staff to track students’ progress
Job brief
We are seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to join our team of educators.
In this role, you will be responsible for instructing groups of students with mild to moderate disabilities.
Your primary tasks will involve adapting the existing curriculum in core subjects such as math and writing to accommodate the individual learning needs of each student.
You will create personalized lesson plans tailored to their specific requirements. Additionally, you will collaborate with parents and support staff to address any significant factors that may hinder students’ progress.
Your ultimate goal will be to provide guidance and inspiration to help children achieve important learning milestones.
Responsibilities:
Assess students’ abilities and craft teaching plans
Adapt learning materials to students’ needs
Keep track of and reflect on students’ progress
Monitor children’s behavioral patterns and arrange appropriate interventions if needed
Find engaging activities to teach skills (e.g. drawing and theater drama)
Manage classroom crises and resolve conflict
Prepare students for transition to the next grade
Inform parents about their children’s performance and potential problems
Coach/mentor other professionals who work with children with disabilities
Collaborate with the support staff (e.g. school counselors and speech therapists) to create holistic intervention plans
Requirements:
Proven experience as a Special Education Teacher or relevant role
Has experience with Grade 6 to 8 students
Good knowledge of current special education topics and methodologies
Experience working with children with a wide range of disabilities
Ability to create IEPs
A patient, resourceful, and resilient personality
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Valid state special education certificate
BSc in Special Education; MSc is a plus
Compensation: Pays up to $65/hour