Itinerant Special Education Teacher

POSITION TITLE: Itinerant Special Education Teacher

REPORTS TO: Special Education Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Tennessee teaching license with appropriate Special Education endorsement(s), or eligibility for the appropriate Tennessee license/endorsement.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, and guidelines related to special education and students with disabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to provide differentiated and specially designed instruction based on individual student needs.
• Ability to develop, implement, monitor, and maintain Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Ability to travel between schools and provide services in various educational settings.
• Strong communication, organization, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Director of Schools may find appropriate and acceptable.

JOB GOAL:

To provide specially designed instruction, support, consultation, and services to students with disabilities across multiple educational settings; to collaborate with school personnel and families to ensure students receive appropriate services and accommodations; and to assist students in making meaningful progress toward their educational goals.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide specially designed instruction to students with disabilities in accordance with their IEPs.
• Serve students across multiple schools, classrooms, and/or educational settings as assigned.
• Travel between assigned schools to provide direct instruction and support.
• Review and implement each student's IEP, including goals, accommodations, modifications, services, and other requirements.
• Monitor and document student progress toward IEP goals and make instructional adjustments as appropriate.
• Collect and maintain accurate student data and educational records.
• Participate in the development, review, and revision of IEPs.
• Attend IEP meetings, eligibility meetings, reevaluation meetings, parent conferences, and other meetings as assigned.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, special education staff, administrators, related service providers, parents, and other appropriate personnel.
• Provide consultation and support to general education teachers regarding accommodations, modifications, instructional strategies, behavior supports, and other student needs.
• Assist in determining appropriate instructional materials, strategies, and interventions for students with disabilities.
• Provide instruction and support in the least restrictive environment consistent with each student's IEP.
• Assist students in accessing and participating in the general education curriculum.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student records and information.
• Complete required special education documentation accurately and within established timelines.
• Maintain current knowledge of special education laws, regulations, procedures, instructional practices, and evidence-based interventions.
• Participate in professional development activities and apply acquired knowledge and skills to instructional practice.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress and educational needs.
• Establish and maintain a positive, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Maintain appropriate records of services provided at each assigned location.
• Manage time and travel efficiently to ensure assigned students receive services as scheduled.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Schools or designee.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

To be determined by the Board of Education.  The position will be primarily stationed at Wynn Habersham Elementary; however, could require travel to schools throughout the district.