About this opportunity
HH POOLE MIDDLE lists this Teacher - Special Education Level 1 opportunity in stafford, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Teacher - Special Education
The Special Education Teacher develops and implements an instructional program that will effectively meet the individualized needs of each student with a disability; assesses and evaluates student performance and modifies instructional activities as appropriate; and maintains an understanding of local, state, federal mandates governing special education programs.
Support Student Learning
Practice and promote positive interaction with and among students by demonstrating enthusiasm for learning and maintaining interest in students.
Encourage self-direction and self-motivation in students.
Adapt and adjust instructional presentation of subject content to students' needs and interests.
Maintain and organized program of instruction based on effective long-range plans with evidence of effective lesson planning.
Utilize a variety of appropriate materials and resources.
Communicate the lesson objective and its importance to students.
Utilize appropriate and varied teaching techniques and learning activities both in class and out of class.
Maintain an effective system of monitoring student progress and to inform appropriate persons of such progress.
School Building Responsibilities
Complete required reports promptly and accurately.
Accept responsibilities outside the classroom as they relate to the school.
Assume responsibility for a neat, safe environment for students committed to the teacher's care.
Education Attainment (Required): Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, or education related to specific special education area to which assigned.
Industry Licensure or Certifications (Required): Hold or be eligible for a valid teaching license which meets Commonwealth of Virginia requirements with specific endorsement in Special Education.
Knowledge
Thorough knowledge of the subject being taught to special needs students
Classroom management strategies appropriate to the learning situation
Skills
Relate positively to parents and other community representatives
Assess individual needs and performance
Abilities
Address criticism in an appropriate manner and develop constructive outcomes
Work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals
Organize and perform work independently
Meet deadlines for all work even when working on multiple projects
Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work
Core Expectations of All Stafford Schools Employees
Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
Respond to written and oral requests for information promptly and thoroughly.
Maintain a clean, neat appearance and dress appropriate to position and duties.
Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
Serve as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
Work in close harmony with supervisor(s) and colleagues.
Comply with all division policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality and professional conduct, as well as all site-based procedures and protocols.
Weight Demands - Rarely - Occasionally - Frequently
Lifting – 1–25 lbs - X
Lifting – 26–50 lbs - X
Lifting – 50+ lbs - X
Carrying – 1–25 lbs - X
Carrying – 26–50 lbs - X
Carrying – 50+ lbs - X
Pushing/Pulling – 1–25 lbs - X
Pushing/Pulling – 26–50 lbs - X
Pushing/Pulling – 50+ lbs - X
Physical Demands - Rarely - Occasionally - Frequently
Standing - X
Sitting - X
Walking - X
Reaching - X
Turning/Twisting - X
Balancing/Climbing - X
Stooping/Kneeling - X
Crouching/Crawling - X
Worksite address
stafford, VA, 22554, US
Who can apply
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