Interim 6th Grade Special Education Teacher EOY

Interim 6th Grade Special Education Teacher (May 26 - EOY)

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ Special Education Grades 5, 6
• Date Posted: 2/27/2026
• Location:
  
  Samuel Mickle School

INTERIM 6th GRADE SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER (MAY 26th - JUNE 16th)

Days 1-20 $ 125 per day; 21-40 $ 175 per day; 41+ Step 1 $ 61,599 - $66,399

In accordance with CBA after 90 days

• State Certification as a Special Education and Elementary School Teacher

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment
• Masters Degree in Special Education preferred
• Language Arts or Math concentration, may be required

• Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as 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
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles
• Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts
• 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
• Must pass criminal background check and fingerprints, pre-employment drug screening and TB test

Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels preferred

Building Principal

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to 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; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

• Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning
• Participates in the development and implementation of developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans
• Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed
• Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services
• Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents
• Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records
• Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the school system
• Ensures that student…