Job DescriptionHiring Special Education Teacher for Austin, TexasAre you a skilled and dedicated Special Education Teacher seeking an exciting career opportunity? Birch Agency is hiring passionate professionals like you to make a positive impact on the lives of students . We are currently looking to fill a role for a Special Education Teacher in Austin, Texas for the remainder of the school year. If interested please see details below and lets connect!.Role :Special Education Teachers are responsible for the achievement and support of critical students. Special education teachers work with students who have a wide range of learning, cognitive, emotional, and physical disabilities. They provide the crucial bridge between home and school for our highest need students and their families. They partner with parents, general education teachers, and administrators to develop and implement individualized education plans to meet the needs of students with disabilities and ensure compliance with all federal, state and district SPED requirements.Job Details :
- Schedule and conduct Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meetings to ensure the appropriate placement and development of individual education plans for students with disabilities within specific timelines.
- Collaborate with general education teachers and administrators to provide special education accommodations and services to special needs learners.
- Ensure student individualized education programs (IEPs) are appropriately written and implemented.
- Ensure that student progress is evaluated on a regular basis, and that the findings are used to make special education services more effective.
- Update and send IEP Report Cards to parents at the same time that the general report cards are sent.
- Plan the necessary time, resources, and materials to support general education teachers in accomplishing educational goals of students receiving special education services.
- Ensure compliance with all state mandated assessments and alternative assessments, including their selection and administration.
- Assist the campus administrator with the Response to Intervention process.
- Develop and implement transition services for special education students as determined by the ARD.
- Serve as the campus resource person and trainer for all campus staff to support students with disabilities.
- Ensure that campus curriculum renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs.
- Seek assistance as needed from IDEA Coordination supervisor.
- Demonstrate support for the campus's student management policies and assist with behavior management strategies as they relate to students with disabilities.
- Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, teachers, and administrators.
Education And Experience :
- Must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-Year College or University, preferably in the area of Special Education.
- Valid Texas teaching certificate in the area of Special Education. (If alternative certified, letter of eligibility for special education certification is required)
- Additional grade level or content area certification may be required for select positions.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vacation
- Vision
- Weekly Pay
Compensation Is Based On Experience .If interested or need any additional Information please contact me .Daniel Mercado...@birchagency.com 469-###-####Job Type: Full-timeExpected hours: 40.00 per weekBenefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- School
- Special education school
Schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- Special education: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Special Education Certification (Required)
Ability To Relocate:
- Austin, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person