POSITION TITLE:             Special Education Teacher

FLSA:                                Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:            Must hold proper state certification

REPORTS TO:                    Principal and/or other Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified in Special Education
• Detailed understanding of the special education process
• Excellent communication skills

JOB GOAL: 

To administer educational evaluations, assist in determining eligibility for special education, and assist with compliance of local, state and federal requirements for the implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer educational evaluations and assist with making eligibility determinations.
• Develop written evaluation reports for initial and reevaluations.
• Assist site staff in organizing and providing special education and related services in compliance with Federal/State/District regulations.
• Demonstration of proficient computer technology skills and willingness to learn District software programs.
• Conduct IEP meetings making eligibility determinations and placement decisions.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Director of Special Services

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to move around in the diagnostic and instructional area.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:   

• Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.
• Attend meetings and performs duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
• Serve on committees as assigned.
• Remain current on instructional practices in education.  (e.g. instructional technology)

Contact Information:
Human Resources
315 E Dunklin Street
Jefferson City MO 65101

573-659-3013

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION
Applicants for admission or employment, students, parents of elementary and secondary school students, employees, sources of referral and applicants for employment, and all professional organizations that have entered into agreements with our School District are hereby notified that our School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities.