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