Special Education

Teacher Special Education K-8

Job Responsibilities:

• Teaches 6-8 students with moderate to severe disabilities following an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) in a self-contained educational setting.

• Designs and implements Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities.

• Meets the diverse needs of students in the classroom by providing an appropriate learning environment.

• Provides quality instruction by using effective lesson plan development, instructional strategies, and research based instructional programs.

• Establishes effective classroom management, safety procedures, behavior expectations, and individualized positive behavior management plans.

• Works cooperatively, collaboratively, and establishes positive relationships with colleagues, parents, and guardians of students.

• Maintains and manages a special education case load of approximately 10-15 students. Duties include maintaining a confidential file for each student in accordance with the Administrative Rules of Montana and the Special Education Department.

• Participates in school and district professional development activities.

• Attends building and district meetings as required.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the building principal which may include, but are not limited to the following: monitor hallways, monitor school activities, and conduct parent teacher conferences.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Understands Special Education process and procedures.

• Ability to implement standard based instruction, assessment and grading.

• Skill in the use of technology to enhance instruction and communication.

• Ability to work as a contributing member of effective teaching teams.

• Ability to maintain effective professional relationships with staff, students, and parents.

• Ability to follow directions.

• Skill, dedication and aptitude for working with students.

• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively with people with a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.

• Ability to maintain student confidentiality.

• Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education; AND, 

• State of Montana Educator license with appropriate endorsement(s) in Special Education (K-12).

• Preferred Qualifications:

• Training and experience in teaching moderate to severally involved students with disabilities.

• Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand on feet for extended periods of time, stoop, bend, lift, and carry items up to 40 pounds. 

• Thorough knowledge of Montana Administrative Rules and Regulations in special education.