Special Education Teacher job summary
A great job description starts with a compelling summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is a good fit.
Example of a Special Education Teacher job summary
Our private elementary and secondary education center needs a Special Education Teacher to join our staff. Are you passionate about helping all students reach their potential? Do you love working in a bright, active, positive environment? Are you interested in joining an organization devoted to helping all children succeed? If so, we want to hear from you. We pride ourselves on being one of the leading special education campuses in the country, and we take our commitment to our students seriously, so we expect you to do the same. Only qualified applicants need apply.
Special Education Teacher responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organisation and who the employee reports to.
- Create and execute individual education plans for each of the students in your care
- Communicate with other staff and family members about each student’s progress and struggles
- Prepare detailed lesson plans at least three months in advance and submit them to administrators for approval
- Participate in IEP (individual education plan) meetings as scheduled by the school
- Use individualized reinforcement techniques to keep each student on the path toward greatness
- Invite family members to participate in each student’s educational progress
- Create and distribute progress reports quarterly
- Confer with on-site therapist over disciplinary and behavioral issues with students
- Create a safe, productive classroom environment
Special Education Teacher qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you envision for a successful hire. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- Master’s Degree in Special Education required
- Moderate/severe credential required
- Experience working with multiple disabilities, including autism spectrum, ADD and ADHD, learning disabilities, developmental delays and abuse/neglect issues
- Positive, compassionate personality
- Ability to evaluate students accurately and objectively
- Excellent communication and teaching skills
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