Job Title:         Online Special Education Teacher                       

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

Reports to:      Headmaster – Great Hearts Online                   

Primary Purpose:

To provide educational services to students with disabilities in the online environment, responsible for planning, developing, delivering and evaluating appropriate individualized educational services, learning programs and instruction in both self- contained and all other integrated settings in consultation with other school personnel and Online Special Education Coordinator.

Qualifications: Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned Demonstrate competency in the core academic subject area assigned

Valid Texas Special Education certification

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of core academic subject assigned Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and policies affecting special education Knowledge of current special education practices and methodologies

Knowledge of educational technology applications

Experience:

Minimum two years Special Education Teaching

Major Responsibilities and Duties

1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations/modifications for differences in individual student needs.

2. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment/ technology that reflect understanding the needs of students’ assigned deliver subject matter according to each students Individual Plan (IEP) and guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.

3. Ongoing communication and collaboration with campus Special Education Coordinators, teachers, staff, and administration regarding student planning, scheduling, and student progress.

4. Work cooperatively with general education teachers to modify and/or accommodate curricula, as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in the Individualized Education Plan.

5. Maintain records for data collection and progress monitoring for all assigned students.

6. Assist parents with understanding and supporting educational objectives, learning expectations and behavioral standards in the online learning environment

7. Participate in any Professional Development activities, as requested by the headmaster ..

8. Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers..

9. Attend and participate in meetings for Special Educations services and supports, as appropriate\

10. Maintain a current knowledge of special education best practices and trends.