Special Education Teacher Rainbow Lake Middle School

Spartanburg School District Two

                                                                                     JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Special Education Teacher

FLSA: Exempt

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Building Principal and Director of Special Services, the Certified Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities; Evaluates and assesses students’ progress against instructional objectives; follows state mandated due process procedures and functions as IEP Manager to assigned students.  

Reports to: 

Building Principal 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: 

As a Special Education Teacher, you will play a crucial role in supporting students with disabilities by:

• Designing and implementing individualized instruction based on students' IEPs.
• Assessing student progress and adjusting instruction as needed.
• Using a variety of teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs.
• Developing annualIndividualized Education Programs (IEPs)and working closely with parents and support staff.
• Coordinating and delivering special education services to help students achieve their goals.
• Collaborating with general education teachers, specialists, and support staff to foster an inclusive learning environment.
• Maintaining compliance with federal, state, and district policies.
• Performs other related duties as required. 

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• SC Certification as Generic Special Education (02), Multicategorical (21) or LD (2G)

Working Conditions:

•  Office environment with limited exposure to environmental conditions.  Physical demands are restricted to general office activities requiring movement/lifting items weighing up to twenty-five pounds.  Routine local or regional travel required; occasional overnight travel required.  Requires ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require considerable attention and meeting deadlines.  Duties of the job require frequent use of a computer monitor and related equipment.

SALARY:

• District’s Teacher Salary Schedule (190-day contract)
• Full-time

District Two Perks:

• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Rewarding work that impacts students’ lives every day.
• Supportive Environment – Join a team that values collaboration and professional growth.

FILING DEADLINE:

Open Until Filled

LETTER OF INTEREST AND RESUME:

This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties.  The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required.

Spartanburg School District Two believes it has the obligation to provide the best administrative and supervisory personnel available for the district regardless of race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), color, disability, age (40 or older), genetic information, national origin, or any other applicable status protected by local, state, or federal law.