Job Overview

this full-time position is housed within the student center for advancement (sca) and is responsible for delivering specialized instruction and support to middle and high school students with diverse learning needs. the ideal candidate will be skilled in developing and implementing instructional plans for students who qualify for accommodations and/or modifications. also, this individual will collaborate with general education teachers to support students without documented needs to ensure successful learning experiences.

primary characteristics of the ideal candidate will include:

education/qualifications

• bachelor's degree required; master's degree welcomed.
• special education certification preferred
• committed christian in agreement with the school's statement of faith.
• active in a local bible-believing church.

experience/skills

• 3-5 years of experience as a special education teacher in a middle and/or high school setting, or closely related professional training and experience in special education.
• expertise in developing a robust, inclusive learning community.
• skilled communicator.
• known ability to build rapport with colleagues, students, and parents.

key responsibilities

• collaborate with teachers to develop, implement, and evaluate instructional plans for students.
• provide direct instruction to students individually and in small groups, using various teaching techniques and materials.
• work with general education teachers to ensure that students receive appropriate accommodations and/or modifications.
• work with general education teachers to appropriately modify the general education curriculum to meet the individual needs of specific students.
• monitor student progress and communicate regularly with parents/guardians.
• collaborate with private providers and the public school district on iep and 504 evaluation teams.
• collaborate with our team of special education teachers to support the needs of all assigned students.
• adhere to federal, state, and local regulations regarding special education.

position details

• position begins july 31
• reports to the administrator for student services
• salary range based on experience on a teacher tiered scale

how to apply

• submit a resume and cover letter to dr. mildred similton .
• submit a completed hgcs employment application .