Special Education Teacher

About the Role

This position is dedicated to providing an approved education program for students with disabilities, fostering a classroom environment that promotes learning and personal growth. The role focuses on helping students develop the essential skills, attitudes, and knowledge required to build a strong foundation for their continued education.

As a member of the Madison City Schools team, you will work within a multi-disciplinary framework to assess student abilities and develop individualized education programs (IEPs) tailored to specific educational goals and outcomes. Your day-to-day work involves creating age-appropriate lesson plans and instructional materials that address academic, social, behavioral, and communication needs. You will serve as a key liaison between students, parents, and the broader school community, ensuring clear communication regarding instructional expectations and student progress.

Hiring and Application Process

Candidates selected for this position will be subject to the Students First Act of 2011. Please note that Madison City Schools reserves the right to fill this position by transferring a qualified applicant who is already employed by the district. Additionally, under the Students First Act, no credit toward tenure or non-probationary status is earned in the initial school year of employment if the date of hire occurs after September 30.

Upon an offer of employment, a background check is required in accordance with Alabama Code §§ 16-22A-5. Selected employees must submit legible fingerprints for a review by the Alabama Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. These background checks may not be more than ten (10) years old.

Culture and Commitment

Madison City Schools is committed to maintaining high ethical standards and professional competence. In this role, you are expected to model appropriate personal characteristics and work habits consistent with the personal development goals established for students. Beyond classroom responsibilities, you will participate in school co-curricular programs, faculty meetings, and district program improvement efforts, actively engaging with community and parent groups to support the school's mission.

Work location

Work model: On-site

Harbin Road, Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, 35757, United States

Huntsville, Alabama

Key Responsibilities

check_circleDevelop lesson plans and instructional materials for individualized and small group instruction
check_circlePlan age-appropriate class activities that meet individual student needs and ability levels
check_circleEstablish and maintain classroom behavior standards conducive to learning
check_circleCommunicate instructional expectations and student progress to students and parents
check_circleMaintain documentation of individualized education programs and student progress in Power Schools
check_circleParticipate in school-level planning, faculty meetings, and district program improvement efforts
check_circleAssess student abilities and develop individualized education programs with multi-disciplinary teams
check_circleEnsure confidentiality of all student records, grades, and performance data

Requirements

verifiedMinimum B.S. Degree in instructional responsibility
verifiedAlabama State Department of Education Teaching Certification
verifiedKnowledge or experience in sign language
verifiedBackground check with fingerprints (not older than 10 years)
verifiedKnowledge of IDEIA
verifiedAbility to use Microsoft Office Programs and technology

Nice to Have

Knowledge of or experience in sign language.

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Sign Language, Microsoft Office Programs, Ideia, Power Schools.

Education: Minimum of a B.S. Degree in the area of instructional responsibility required..

Frequently asked questions about Special Education Teacher at Madison City Schools, Madison, AL

What does a Special Education Teacher at Madison City Schools, Madison, AL do?expand_more

Day-to-day, the Special Education Teacher at Madison City Schools, Madison, AL will develop lesson plans and instructional materials for individualized and small group instruction; plan age-appropriate class activities that meet individual student needs and ability levels; establish and maintain classroom behavior standards conducive to learning; and communicate instructional expectations and student progress to students and parents.

What are the requirements for this Special Education Teacher role?expand_more

Madison City Schools, Madison, AL is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Minimum B.S. Degree in instructional responsibility; Alabama State Department of Education Teaching Certification; Knowledge or experience in sign language; Background check with fingerprints (not older than 10 years); Knowledge of IDEIA; and Ability to use Microsoft Office Programs and technology.

Where is the Special Education Teacher role at Madison City Schools, Madison, AL located?expand_more

Special Education Teacher at Madison City Schools, Madison, AL is based in Harbin Road, Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, 35757, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Special Education Teacher job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Madison City Schools, Madison, AL has listed this Special Education Teacher role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Special Education Teacher role?expand_more

Candidates for Special Education Teacher at Madison City Schools, Madison, AL should have mid level.

What skills do you need for the Special Education Teacher role at Madison City Schools, Madison, AL?expand_more

Key skills for Special Education Teacher at Madison City Schools, Madison, AL include Sign Language; Microsoft Office Programs; Ideia; and Power Schools.

What education is required for Special Education Teacher at Madison City Schools, Madison, AL?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: Minimum of a B.S. Degree in the area of instructional responsibility required..

What category does the Special Education Teacher role belong to?expand_more

Special Education Teacher at Madison City Schools, Madison, AL is part of the teaching job category on Recrutus.

Special Education Teacher

About the Role

Hiring and Application Process

Culture and Commitment

Work location

Key Responsibilities

Requirements

Nice to Have

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