England Elementary School K-6 Special Education Teacher

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

Essential functions of the job may include but are not limited to the following:

• Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student’s IEP.
• Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques.
• Employs various teaching techniques, methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals.
• Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include: present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals.
• Schedules team meetings and works cooperatively with team members and others in developing instructional goals and strategies.
• Coordinates the delivery of special education services in each student's IEP.
• Creates a positive learning experience with emphasis in individualized instruction using appropriate sources including technology.
• Serves as primary contact for the parent.
• Conducts special education evaluations and reevaluations.
• Provides direction, supervision and evaluation of educational assistants as directed.
• Complies with School Board policies and all state/federal rules and regulations.
• Completes all district and state reporting requirements.

Other functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:

• Establishes and maintains student control and discipline in the classroom, school premises or during school activities.
• Employs and implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation and mutual respect consistent with district policies and procedures.
• Collaborates and consults with educational professionals and community service providers regarding the needs of students.
• Provides consultation to classroom teachers regarding classroom adaptations, instructional modifications, adaptive equipment, behaviour modification plans and other similar instructional interventions to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
• Performs other comparable duties of a like or similar nature apparent or as assigned.
• Provides students with disabilities access to the general education curriculum and holds them to the same expectations as their peers through an inclusive classroom.

Knowledge Skills and Ability Required:

• Minimum B.A/B.S degree in teaching from an accredited institution in the appropriate special education area.
• Current Arkansas teaching license in required content area.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of special education and specialty area.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching of students with disabilities.
• Thorough knowledge of school rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behaviour.
• Ability to deliver and articulate oral presentations and written reports.
• Ability to effectively analyse needs and problems objectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, students, parents, staff, administration and the general public.
• Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program.
• Knowledge of relevant technology including the use of technology.
• Meet professional teacher education requirements of school district and state.
• Knowledge and skills in working with children with various disabilities.
• Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.

Physical Requirements:

Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift, move and/or support students. Position can require some degree of physical interaction with students who have difficulty controlling physical behaviour or need assistance with toileting.

If you are passionate about education, possess the required qualifications, and are committed to the success of students, we invite you to visit our website. A fillable certified application can be found by clicking the ADMINISTRATION > JOB LISTINGS tabs. Simply complete the application and submit it with the listed required information.

Please note that consideration will be given to individuals who possess a bachelor's degree and are in the process of obtaining certification, but priority will be given to those who are currently certified in the area in which they are applying.

A little about us:

• England School District is in England, Arkansas and utilises a 4-day school week calendar (Tuesday-Friday).
• England is a small, tight-knit farming community conveniently located within 35 miles from LR/NLR, Stuttgart, Pine Bluff, Cabot, and Lonoke.
• England School District consists of England Elementary School (grades PK-6th) and England High School (grades 7-12).
• England School District focuses on hiring qualified teachers and staff members who are ready to be a part of a collaborative school, community, family and team.

England School District assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with this position.