Math Special Education Teacher

Math Special Education Teacher

Position Purpose 

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment. 

Essential Functions 

• Develops and administers mathematics curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.

• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.

• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for subject area, and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.

• Designs learning activities to demonstrate the application of mathematics to everyday existence and problem-solving.

• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.

• Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning. 

• Participates in IEP meetings and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students. 

• Implement students' IEPs and behavior management plans. 

• Collaborates with grade level and mathematics teachers, with IEP team members, and related services staff for the benefit of student program development and ongoing progress monitoring

• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community. 

• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents. 

• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records. 

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. 

            Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs. 

• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles. 

• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans. 

• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students. 

• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed. 

• Ability to organize and coordinate work. 

• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents. 

• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth. 

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work. 

Additional Duties 

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. 

• Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. 

Certification/License: 

• New Jersey Certification as a Math Teacher and Special Education Teacher. 

Education: 

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignments.

Experience: 

• Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred. 

FLSA Status: Exempt