Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher Requirements:

Instructional Planning and Delivery:

• Develop and implement specially designed instruction aligned to students' IEP goals and state standards.
• Provide direct instruction in small groups or one-on-one settings to address academic, behavioral, functional, or social-emotional needs.
• Modify curriculum materials, assessments, and instructional strategies to ensure access to grade-level content.
• Use evidence-based interventions for reading, math, writing, behavior, and executive functioning.
• Maintain daily instructional logs, service minutes, and IEP progress monitoring data.

IEP Compliance & Case Management:

• Develop, write, and update accurate, compliant IEPs in accordance with Article 7 and federal IDEA requirements.
• Conduct or coordinate required assessments, data reviews, and progress monitoring.
• Hold annual IEP meetings, case conferences, and all required parent meetings.
• Ensure accommodations and modifications are implemented consistently across all settings.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of all special education records.

Student Support & Differentiation:

• Support students with varied needs, including learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, OHI/ADHD, speech-language needs, developmental delays, and more.
• Collaborate with related service providers (SLP, OT, PT, behavior specialists) to integrate supports.
• Provide behavioral interventions, support plans, or social skills instruction as needed.
• Assist in implementing MTSS/RTI strategies and identifying students who may require special education evaluation.

Collaboration & Inclusion Support:

• Work closely with general education teachers to support inclusive practices and co-teaching models.
• Support teachers in implementing IEP accommodations, differentiation strategies, and classroom interventions.
• Communicate regularly with families to discuss progress, needs, concerns, and growth.
• Participate in staff meetings, case conferences, professional development, and school events.

Professional Development & Growth:

• Engage in ongoing professional development related to special education law, instructional practices, behavior supports, and disability-specific strategies.
• Implement feedback from administrators, instructional coaches, and service providers.
• Stay current with Article 7 updates, best practices for inclusive education, and system-wide special education expectations.

Special Education Teacher Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Special Education or related field.
• Valid Indiana Teaching License in Special Education (Mild Intervention, Severe/Intense, or equivalent) or ability to obtain one.
• Knowledge of IDEA, Article 7, IEP development, compliance, and case management.
• Experience working with students with disabilities preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Must complete and clear all required Indiana background checks for school personnel.

Please ensure you include 2-3 professional references with your application.