Special Education Teachers (Infant through Adult)

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Under direction of the school principal and special education supervisor, the special education teacher provides direct instruction and instructional support to students with disabilities and works in collaboration with the general education teacher. Monitors and evaluates outcomes for students with disabilities. Assists in the development of Individual Education Programs (IEP).

CERTIFICATE LICENSE:
All applicants must meet the requirements for teacher certification stated by the Maryland State Department of Education. (http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/index.aspx)

Special Education Teachers (Infant through Adult)

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Under direction of the school principal and special education supervisor, the special education teacher provides direct instruction and instructional support to students with disabilities and works in collaboration with the general education teacher. Monitors and evaluates outcomes for students with disabilities. Assists in the development of Individual Education Programs (IEP).

CERTIFICATE LICENSE:
All applicants must meet the requirements for teacher certification stated by the Maryland State Department of Education. (http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/index.aspx)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Knowledge of the MCPS curriculum for the grade/content range of the position, MCPS special education program. Thorough knowledge of Individual Education Program (IEP), learning theory, differentiated instruction, data collection, best instructional practices, research based reading instruction, multicultural education, assessments, Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA 2004), No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (NCLB 2001), and state and federal policies and procedures related to special education. Ability to provide instructional support. Works well with students with disabilities, teachers, and parents of students with disabilities. Ability to appropriately adapt instructional programs and materials. Collects instructional data for decision making process. Excellent communication skills.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in special education. Certification in a content area is desirable. Must be fluent in learning theory, differentiated instruction, developmental reading, child development, applied behavior analysis, and assessment. Must be knowledgeable in methods of teaching elementary math if seeking an elementary position. Student teaching in the specific area of exceptionality or two years teaching experience at level appropriate to assignment (elementary or secondary). Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.