Special Education Teachers
Must hold a license issued by Nevada Department of Education Teacher Licensure.
The license must be in Special Education.
The license position area must be in one of the following areas: Autism, Deaf-Blind, Early Intervention Specialist, Educational Diagnostician, Emotional Behavior Disabilities, Hearing Impairment, Intellectual Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Mild/Moderate Disabilities, Physical Disabilities, Severe/Profound Disabilities, Special Education (General), Traumatic Brain Injury, Visual Impairment.
The license must be in one of the following grades: Preschool/Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th.
The license status must be active.
Description
Position Summary:
The Special Education Teacher at Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas supports students with disabilities by developing and implementing individualized education programs (IEPs), delivering differentiated instruction, and ensuring compliance with federal and state special education regulations. This educator works collaboratively with general education teachers, service providers, and families to promote academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth.
Key Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with IDEA and state regulations. Provide specialized instruction to students with disabilities in inclusive and/or pull-out settings. Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure access to the curriculum and effective accommodations. Conduct assessments and progress monitoring to evaluate student achievement and adjust instruction. Participate in IEP meetings and maintain accurate records and documentation. Implement behavior intervention plans and support social-emotional learning strategies. Work with related service providers (e.g., speech, OT, PT) to support student goals. Communicate regularly with families about student progress and educational needs. Maintain compliance with timelines and documentation required by law and CASLV policies. Engage in ongoing professional development in special education best practices.