Special Educator

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify the needs of assigned students through formal and informal assessments
• Develop appropriate educational goals and objectives for each student.
• Confer with therapists regarding the educational, social, emotional and physical needs and objectives of each student
• Plan, develop and implement individualized learning plans for each student
• Design appropriate teaching strategies
• Prepare a variety of instructional materials, lesson plans, and resources for use in educational activities
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction
• Maintain positive, cooperative and mutually supportive relationships with teachers, therapists, and center coordinator
• Utilize appropriate methods of learning delivery to meet students needs
• Monitor, evaluate and document each student s progress by utilizing appropriate measurements and assessment devices
• Prepare timely appropriate reports for each student • Develop and implement necessary interventions to promote achievement of students objectives
• Modify and adapt conventional educational programs to meet the requirements of students with special needs
• Perform all related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total center program
• Maintain regular communication with parents and assist them with understanding and supporting educational objectives, learning expectations, and behavioral standards
• Ensure adherence to reasonable rules of classroom discipline and order to maintain a secure and effective learning environment
• Manage student behavior through monitoring, supervising and assessing behavioral patterns
• Utilize appropriate corrective methods to modify behavior
• Instruct students on socially acceptable behaviors and personal development skills
• Prepare students with special needs for inclusion and transition to mainstream
• Maintain a current knowledge of special education best practices and trends

ACADEMIC EDUCATION

Bachelor degree in education, psychology and/or the appropriate field.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• ABA knowledge and experience
• Two to three years of experience in teaching special needs students
• Proven effective classroom and student behavior management skills
• Knowledge of current special education practices
• Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Organizational and planning skills
• Collaboration, teamwork and initiative skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Creative and critical thinking
• Conflict management, adaptability, and flexibility
• Appreciation of diversity
• Self-motivation and high energy level
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail