Special Education Teacher
Job description
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direction of the Director of Education, the Special Education Teacher plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities in a variety of settings.The person in this position is responsible for creating a flexible program and learning environment that provides specialized instruction for students with disabilities, such that the students benefit from the curriculum to the greatest extent possible when supported with supplemental aides, accommodations, and other necessary supports.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, SKILLS, AND JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Requires a Bachelor's Degree from an approved program for special education in the assigned area. Must possess or be eligible to possess a valid Tennessee Educator's Licensure at time of employment.
Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments, operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications, and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
Posted qualifications serve as a guide for candidate review and are not all-inclusive. Orange Grove Center reserves the right to deviate from posted credential in determining what combination of candidate education, experience, and skills are best suited to a position.
Orange Grove Center is an equal provider of services and an equal opportunity employer, Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
All staff are required to wear masks and to sanitize their work area daily. We also practice social distancing.
Experience:
- Special education: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Teaching Degree (Required)
Work Location: One location