Special Education / Teacher of English

Overview

Special Education / In-Class Support Teacher of English (High School) position at iLearn Schools

Responsibilities

• Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for identifying learning issues and recommending courses of action to maximize learning.
• Assists in developing Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) for students.
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEPs 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 to ascertain individual student abilities and needs and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
• Serves as a ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that leads to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; acts as liaison between home and school.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge by attending seminars, workshops, professional meetings, or research, and maintains professional relationships with higher education and business communities.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate record-keeping and provides 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 equipment and maintains inventory records.

Additional Duties

Note : The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Travel Requirements

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Note : Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Qualifications

NJ Certification - Appropriate New Jersey Teacher certification or eligibility

Bachelor's degree in an education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

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