About the Role
This role offers the unique opportunity to support students with diverse learning needs, ensuring they receive a high-quality education tailored to their individual strengths and challenges. If you have a passion for making a significant impact on students' lives and fostering an inclusive educational environment, we invite you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute individualized education plans (IEPs) that meet the distinct educational needs and goals of each student.
- Partner with general education teachers and support staff to adapt instructional methods and materials for effective inclusion.
- Implement a variety of teaching techniques and utilize technology to engage students and enhance learning.
- Evaluate student progress frequently and adjust teaching approaches as necessary to accommodate various learning styles.
- Provide focused, direct instruction in both inclusive and small-group settings when needed.
- Deploy effective behavior management strategies to support students' social and emotional development.
- Regularly communicate with parents/guardians to share achievements and areas for improvement, ensuring a collaborative approach to education.
- Participate in IEP meetings, contributing to the formation and application of students' personalized educational strategies.
- Work together with peers to enhance instructional methods through shared best practices and innovative strategies.
- Engage in ongoing professional development to remain up-to-date with cutting-edge special education techniques.
- Keep detailed records and documentation to comply with school and district standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related discipline; a master's degree is preferred.
- Active teaching certification in Special Education is mandatory.
- Effective experience working with students facing a wide array of learning challenges, including learning disabilities and emotional/behavioral issues.
- Solid understanding of special education laws and regulatory frameworks.
- Capability to customize teaching methods to address different learning preferences.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills for effective interaction with students, families, and colleagues.
- Knowledge and use of behavior management strategies.
- Adaptable and flexible to meet and respond to the varied needs of students.
- Enthusiasm for using technology to improve educational delivery and assessment.
- Experience in developing and applying IEPs with a detailed orientation.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities.
Skills
- Special education techniques
- Instructional methods
- Teaching techniques
- Technology utilization
- Behavior management strategies
- Communication skills
- Collaboration skills
- Organizational skills
- Time management abilities
Location
- Rochester, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related discipline
- Master's degree preferred
- Active teaching certification in Special Education
About the Company
- Talent Vision, a Staffing and Consulting Firm, is proud to collaborate with a prestigious charter school in Rochester, NY.
- As a Special Education Teacher, you will be part of a vibrant team intent on creating positive educational experiences for students with special needs.
- Your expertise and dedication will help pave the way for student success both in academics and in life.
- We are looking for passionate educators who are ready to bring innovation and compassion to our school community.
