Teacher - Sped-SCNDRY

• Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ TEACHER - MIDDLE SCHOOL
• Date Posted: 3/9/2026
• Location: Perry Meridian Middle School

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, the teacher will maximize the learning experience of students with special needs in academics, interpersonal skills, and activities of daily living by implementing district‑approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; and providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

• Conduct assessments, testing, and diagnostic examinations of students to identify learning issues and recommend courses of action or corrective procedures.
• Participate in PPTs and assist in developing Individual Educational Plans (IEP) for students.
• Assist students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEPs and behavior management plans.
• Coordinate with outside agencies, organizations, and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
• Coordinate with administrators and other teaching staff to ascertain individual student abilities and needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
• Serve as a resource to students and parents, providing counseling that fosters personal growth, self‑understanding, and behavioral management; serve as liaison between home and school.
• Continue to acquire professional knowledge by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research; maintain professional relationships with higher‑learning institutions and the business community.
• Organize and maintain a system for accurate and complete record‑keeping, and provide student information to prospective colleges and employers as required by district procedures and laws.
• Encourage parental involvement in students' education and ensure effective communication with students and parents.
• Assist in the orientation of new teachers and provide in‑service training in guidance.
• Select and requisition appropriate books, aids, and other supplies and equipment, and maintain inventory records.
• Develop lesson plans using the NIET Best Practice Instructional Rubric to ensure effective instruction, and participate in Cluster professional development to grow as a professional educator.

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

PEA certified position.

Standard teacher work schedule as set forth in the Teacher's Contract.

• Knowledge of special education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. and proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time – Very Frequent
• Ability to lift 25 pounds – Seldom
• Ability to carry 25 pounds – Occasional
• Ability to work at a desk, conference table, or in meetings of various configurations – Very Frequent
• Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws, codes, rules, and policies – Very Frequent
• Ability to communicate so others will clearly understand a normal conversation – Very Frequent
• Ability to operate job‑related equipment – Very Frequent
• Ability to reach in all directions – Very Frequent

• Indiana Certification as a Special Education Teacher.
• Indiana Teaching License in discipline applicable to teaching assignment.