Special Education Teacher – Instructional Support Role

Position Summary

The Special Education Teacher provides direct instructional and case management support to students with disabilities in the Kake City School District. This position is primarily instructional in nature and focuses on teaching students, supporting classroom implementation of IEPs, and collaborating with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, and service providers to ensure students receive high-quality, consistent instruction aligned with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

This role is distinct from the Director of Special Education, who holds responsibility for compliance, budgeting, and program oversight. The Special Education Teacher focuses on day-to-day instruction, student progress, and practical implementation of IEP services within classrooms and learning environments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Direct Instruction and Student Support

• Provide direct special education instruction to students individually and in small groups, aligned with IEP goals.

• Support inclusive practices by working alongside general education teachers to adapt instruction and materials.

• Implement evidence-based instructional strategies and behavior supports to address academic, social, and functional goals.

• Monitor student engagement and progress, adjusting instruction as needed to meet individual needs.

2. IEP Case Management

• Serve as case manager for assigned students, including development, implementation, and progress monitoring of IEPs and 504 Plans.

• Collect and analyze student progress data to inform instruction and IEP decision-making.

• Collaborate with families to communicate progress, instructional strategies, and student needs in clear, accessible language.

• Support timely completion of evaluations, annual reviews, and re-evaluations in coordination with the Director of Special Education.

3. Collaboration with Paraprofessionals

• Work directly with special education paraprofessionals to support instructional delivery and student goals.

• Model instructional strategies, data collection methods, and behavior supports in classroom and service settings.

• Provide ongoing guidance and feedback to paraprofessionals related to student progress and instructional practices.

• Support paraprofessionals in understanding and implementing IEP accommodations and modifications.

4. Collaboration with Related Service Providers

• Collaborate with related service providers (speech-language pathologist, occupational therapist, school psychologist, etc.) to align instructional goals and services.

• Support integration of therapy strategies into classroom instruction and daily routines.

• Communicate regularly with providers to ensure consistency of support across instructional and service settings.

5. Instructional Leadership and Professional Collaboration

• Serve as an instructional resource to staff regarding special education practices, inclusion, and progress monitoring.

• Participate in problem-solving discussions with teachers to support student learning and behavior.

• Assist with professional learning related to special education instruction, data collection, and inclusive practices.

• Support staff who are new to special education processes or instructional expectations.

6. Compliance Support (Instruction-Focused)

• Maintain accurate and confidential student records related to instruction and progress monitoring.

• Follow district procedures related to IDEA and Section 504 as they apply to instructional practice.

• Assist the Director of Special Education by providing instructional documentation and progress data as needed.

• Ensure confidentiality and ethical handling of student information at all times.