Bi-Lingual Special Education Teacher - Spanish

Position Type :

Elementary School Teaching / Elementary School Teacher - Grade TBD

Date Posted :

12 / 21 / 2023

Location :

District Wide

High-Needs School)

Special Education Bilingual Teacher - Spanish

Job Summary : The Special Education Bilingual Teacher (Spanish) is responsible for providing specialized instruction to students with disabilities who require additional support in both their academic and language development.

The teacher will work collaboratively with general education teachers, special education staff, and other stakeholders to create and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) that address the unique needs of each student.

Strong proficiency in both Spanish and English is required to effectively communicate with students, parents, and colleagues.

Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities, incorporating both special education and bilingual education strategies.
• Provide direct instruction to students with disabilities in both Spanish and English, adapting instructional materials and methods to meet their diverse needs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure that students with disabilities are included in the general education curriculum to the maximum extent possible.
• Assess student progress regularly and adjust instructional strategies as needed to ensure meaningful learning outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with parents / guardians in both Spanish and English regarding student progress, goals, and strategies for support.
• Work collaboratively with special education and bilingual education staff to develop and implement effective instructional practices.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student progress, IEPs, and other relevant documentation.
• Participate in professional development activities to stay current with best practices in special education and bilingual education.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field
• Valid teaching license / certification in Special Education and Bilingual Education (Spanish).
• Fluency in Spanish and English, with strong written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
• Experience working with students with disabilities in a bilingual setting preferred.
• Knowledge of special education laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.

Physical Requirements :

• Ability to stand, walk, and move around the classroom.
• Ability to lift and carry classroom materials and equipment.
• Ability to use technology and assistive devices as needed.

Work Environment :

• Work is typically performed in a classroom setting.
• May require occasional travel for meetings, professional development, etc.

Salary and Benefits :

• Salary range dictated by Contractual Bargaining Agreement based on years of service and education
• Benefits : Full

Disclaimer : This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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