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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Resource Room Teacher to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in special education and a passion for helping students with diverse learning needs achieve their full potential. As a Resource Room Teacher, you will work closely with students, parents, and other educators to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) that address each student's unique strengths and challenges. You will provide specialized instruction in a small group or one-on-one setting, using a variety of teaching strategies and resources to accommodate different learning styles. Your role will also involve assessing students' progress, collaborating with general education teachers, and participating in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in special education. The successful candidate will be patient, adaptable, and committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with diverse learning needs.
- Provide specialized instruction in a small group or one-on-one setting.
- Use a variety of teaching strategies and resources to accommodate different learning styles.
- Assess students' progress and adjust instruction as needed.
- Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusive practices.
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about students' progress.
- Participate in IEP meetings and other team meetings.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of students' progress and performance.
- Provide support and training to paraprofessionals and other staff members.
- Stay current with best practices in special education through professional development opportunities.
- Create a positive and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Implement behavior management strategies to support students' social and emotional development.
- Adapt curriculum materials to meet the needs of individual students.
- Monitor and report on students' academic and behavioral progress.
- Provide crisis intervention and support as needed.
- Collaborate with school counselors, psychologists, and other specialists.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations related to special education.
- Advocate for the needs of students with disabilities within the school community.
- Develop and implement transition plans for students moving to different educational settings.
- Participate in school-wide initiatives and events.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field.
- Valid teaching certification in special education.
- Experience working with students with diverse learning needs.
- Strong understanding of special education laws and regulations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs).
- Proficiency in using technology to support instruction.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other educators and staff members.
- Patience, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Experience with behavior management strategies.
- Knowledge of different teaching strategies and resources for diverse learners.
- Ability to assess students' progress and adjust instruction as needed.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
- Experience with crisis intervention and support.
- Ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
- Understanding of the importance of family involvement in education.
- Ability to advocate for the needs of students with disabilities.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience working with students with diverse learning needs?
- How do you develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs)?
- What teaching strategies do you use to accommodate different learning styles?
- How do you assess students' progress and adjust your instruction accordingly?
- Can you provide an example of a successful collaboration with a general education teacher?
- How do you communicate with parents and guardians about their child's progress?
- What professional development opportunities have you pursued to stay current with best practices in special education?
- How do you create a positive and supportive learning environment for all students?
- Can you describe a time when you had to implement a behavior management strategy?
- How do you adapt curriculum materials to meet the needs of individual students?
- What is your approach to crisis intervention and support?
- How do you ensure compliance with special education laws and regulations?
- Can you provide an example of how you have advocated for the needs of students with disabilities?
- How do you develop and implement transition plans for students moving to different educational settings?
- What role do you believe family involvement plays in a student's education?
- How do you handle the challenges of maintaining accurate and up-to-date records?
- Can you describe a time when you had to solve a difficult problem related to special education?
- How do you support paraprofessionals and other staff members in their work with students?
- What strategies do you use to stay organized and manage your time effectively?
- How do you participate in school-wide initiatives and events?
