Job Description

First State Military Academy is seeking a full-time Certified Special Education Teacher. The successful candidate will have excellent people skills, be self-motivated, and have demonstrated the ability to deliver lessons to support the curriculum goals for our Special Education Cadets. First State Military Academy utilizes Project-Based Learning and Cadet lead projects to prepare all of our cadets for success in life, college and the careers of tomorrow.

Job Description:

The Certified Special Education Teacher facilitates cadet success in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing Project Based Learning curriculum; documenting teaching and cadet progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of our cadets’ providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to cadets, parents, and administration regarding cadet progress, expectations, goals, etc. The successful candidate will work with cadets in a self contained classroom.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in the content area

Certificates & Licenses:

• Hold a valid State of Delaware Special Education Certification
• Hold or be eligible for a valid State of Delaware Standard Certificate in content area
• Valid State of Delaware teaching license, or eligibility to obtain one

Essential Job Functions

• Develops, implements and maintains an instructional plan which is compatible with the school and statewide curricular goals and the cadets' Individual Education Program.
• Provides direct special education instruction to identified cadets.
• Employs a variety of teaching methods to meet student needs. Implementation of these methods may require the adaptation or development of materials.
• Monitors cadet behavior; maintains discipline in the classroom; deescalates inappropriate behaviors; teaches cadets appropriate behavioral strategies.
• Communicates with parents regarding their cadet's educational progress via periodic written and verbal progress reports.
• Acts as a case coordinator for assigned cadets; consults with community caregivers, school support professionals, and parents to better understand and meet cadet needs.
• Treats all cadets in a fair and equitable manner, interacts effectively with cadets, coworkers, parents, and community.
• Write and develop IEPs as assigned by the Special Education Coordinator.
• Plans a program of study that is based on student Individual Education Plans and meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the cadets.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Can demonstrate knowledge and implementation of cadet Individual Education Plans, 504 plans, and Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Attends and participates in scheduled IEP meetings.
• Works closely with the Special Education Coordinator and classroom teachers to plan inclusion activities for cadets.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to communicate these objectives to cadets.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the needs and capabilities of the individuals or cadet groups involved.
• Strives to implement by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
• Assesses the accomplishments of cadets on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by the law, district policy, and administrative director.
• Makes provisions for being available to cadets and parents for education-related purposes.
• Performs other related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to constantly monitor the safety and well-being of cadets, particularly when a cadet is participating in an inclusive activity.
• Ability to motivate cadets.
• Ability to maintain a clean and orderly environment.
• Ability to perform general clerical duties.
• Ability to maintain order and discipline in a classroom.
• Ability to maintain basic files and records.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to think with a growth mindset, and ability to work, and teach interdisciplinary content.

Additional Job Information:

The following are conditions of employment for new employees:

1. Satisfactory criminal background check prior to being placed on payroll.
2. Satisfactory child protection registry check.
3. TB Test
4. Mandatory direct deposit of pay.

Salary:

Salary will be calculated based on the First State Military Academy salary schedule for teaching staff which is based on years of experience and education level.

Notes:

This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. The selected candidate should expect to perform any other related activities needed to deliver the position’s key duties and responsibilities and follow any other instructions as defined by his/her supervisor.

First State Military Academy is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability, age, or Vietnam Era veteran’s status in employment or its programs and activities. All interested applicants should upload a resume and complete the application on www.joindelawareschools.org

If you have any questions, please contact Kathleen Swierzbinski (kathleen.swierzbinski@fsmilitary.k12.de.us).

355 W. Duck Creek Road • PO Box 888 • Clayton, Delaware 19938

Office: (302) 223-2150 Fax: (302) 223-2178

www.fsmilitary.org