Interim Education Specialist

REPORTS TO:

Director of Special Education

Education for Change is looking for dynamic and visionary Special Education Teachers who will engage students, families, and other members of our learning community to ensure high student achievement. The Special Education Teacher works closely with the Director of Special Education Programs and site staff to ensure the quality of the special education instructional program at the site and to act as a resource in the areas of teacher support, federal accountability, and support to students with disabilities.

They are a skilled teacher who is able to plan, provide, and supervise instruction that accelerates student learning. In addition, the Special Education Teacher assists with training for site staff in instructional support methods for students with disabilities and special education compliance. They will engage community partners and families in serving the whole child and ensuring ALL children achieve at high levels prepared to succeed in any setting.

They should know how to successfully work in an urban K-12 school with a high English Learner and low-income population, including students who have experienced trauma.

EFC is committed to serving ALL students, regardless of need. Our approach addresses the diverse needs of our students by offering a myriad of program designs to meet individual needs. We offer inclusion, resource instruction, combined programs that include both inclusive and small group instruction, and specialized programs for students with autism, those in need of emotional supports, and students with more moderate needs.

Utilizing a Multi-Tiered System of Supports, our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to analyze and problem solve around student and staff needs. We employ a whole child approach that not only meets the basic needs of our students, but also takes into consideration their socio‑emotional, academic and behavioral needs.

We are looking for Special Education Teachers who are highly effective in each of the following areas:

• Work with Principal and Special Education Supervisor to develop action plans for constant learning and growth
• Work with General Education staff to identify areas of need for students and appropriate targeted instruction
• Assess student data and progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals (e.g., behavioral, motor development and communication skills, academic needs, vocational abilities, etc.) for the purpose of improving program effectiveness
• Administer developmental testing programs, subject specific assessments, etc. for the purpose of assessing student competency levels and/or developing individual learning plans.
• Supervise the implementation of state assessments for special education students

• Establish a culture of high expectations that includes the shared belief that ALL children can achieve at high levels and are prepared to succeed in any setting
• Monitor students’ behavior/activities in a variety of educational environments (e.g., classroom, playground, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment
• Demonstrate respect and understanding of students and families from diverse backgrounds
• Assist in the creation of a learning environment that is conducive of all learning styles and preferences

• Adapt classroom work for the purpose of providing students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans
• Support classroom teachers for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of established curriculum and/or individual student plans
• Modify the general education curriculum for students with disabilities based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies
• Plan, implement, and/or supervise specialized academic instruction that results in students making progress toward IEP goals
• Monitor student progress on an ongoing basis and adjust supports and services as needed

• Direct paraprofessionals for the purpose of providing an effective classroom…