Special Education Teacher

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Start Date
08/11/2025
Position Areas
Special Education

Description

JOB SUMMARY:
This position provides instruction and support for students with disabilities that demonstrate significant delays in the areas of cognition, communication, academic functioning, social/emotional, and/or adaptive functioning.  The Special Education Teacher will work in collaboration with school administrators, school psychologist, Office of Special Education staff and others as identified to provide a highly structure learning environment which supports student academic achievement and the implementation of a consistent behavioral support system. 
 
Qualifications:

  1. A valid Maryland Professional Educator Certificate with appropriate endorsement area in Special Education.
  2. Knowledgeable of the IEP process and special education regulations, desired
  3. Has good interpersonal communication skills.
  4. Well-organized
  5. Ability to work well with colleagues, students, and parents.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Implements the educational program and comprehensive related services as outlined in the Students' Individual Education Plans (IEP).
  2. Develops short and long-range plans consistent with curriculum goals, learners' diversity, and learning theory as well as developing transition plans by collaborating with the student, parent, transition specialist, para-educators, and other service providers and prepare students for transitioning out of high school.
  3. Plans and prepares for IEP and parent meetings.
  4. Maintains records of data collection, indicating progress of the student in achieving the objectives of the IEP and assists with the evaluation and assessment of students.
  5. Implement effective evidence-based and/or research-based methodologies and curriculum (e.g., PECS, Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), TEACCH, structured teaching, social skills).
  6. Understands assessment as an educational process including how to interpret information obtained from standardized and non-standardized assessment, analyze and use to develop instruction and goals for individual students as well as writing IEP paperwork and conducting IEP meetings.
  7. Utilizes specialized materials, equipment, and assistive technology for individuals with disabilities and understands the use of adaptive equipment for students with disabilities to plan and prepare for the integration of assistive and instructional technology to meet a student's individual needs.
  8. Understands basic classroom management theories and methods; with strategies for individual behavior management, crisis prevention/intervention, and de-escalation techniques.
  9. Understands the aspects of schedule, routines, and transitions that promote development and learning.
  10. Understands the characteristics of environments, including materials, equipment, and spatial arrangements that facilitate development, learning and interaction among students.
  11. Consults with therapists and others, as needed, to plan for students' needs and required adaptations, modifications, and use of assistive/adaptive technology.
  12. Assists hands-on with students' self-care and basic living skills such as eating, toileting/diapering, ensuring medication is given, dressing and hygiene
  13. Provides supervision and establishes the schedule, role, responsibilities, and expectations for the para-educators assigned to assist the teacher.
  14. Communicates regularly with the parents to nurture a supportive and cooperative relationship between home and school
  15. Communicates effectively in written and oral form using positive interpersonal skills
  16. Maintains confidentiality, maintenance of professional ethics and best practice standards maintenance of school policies and procedures.
  17. Engages in professional development to stay current on researched-based instructional strategies and services, and seeks additional resources and assistance as needed to meet the individualized needs of students.
  18. Other duties as assigned. 
Pay and Hours
Placement on the Queen Anne's County Teacher's Salary Schedule commensurate with certification, experience, and preparation.  This is a Full-time, benefited 10-month position.  

Application Process:
Submit an online application at hr.qacps.org.  Along with your application, please upload a letter of interest, resume, transcripts, test scores, and any additional supporting documents such as letters of recommendation. 

 
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
In accordance with state and federal laws, and the policies of the Board of Education, QACPS does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, age, religion, disability, genetics, ancestry/national origin, marital status, sex or sexual orientation in matters affecting employment or in providing educational programs and service, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.  QACPS operates equal opportunity and affirmative action programs for students and staff.  The Board of Education of Queen Anne's County Public Schools is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. 
  • Employee inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination or Title IX issues such as gender equity, sexual harassment and sexual discrimination should be directed to Michael Noel, Director of Human Resources, michael.noel@qacps.org or 410-758-2403 ext. 176. 
  • Student or parent inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination or Title IX issues such as gender equity, sexual harassment and sexual discrimination should be directed to Matt Evans, Director of Student Services, starke.evans@qacps.org or 410-758-2403 ext. 154.  
  • Inquiries regarding ADA and Section 504 should be directed to Joeleen Smith, Supervisor of Special Education, joeleen.smith@qacps.org or 410-758-2403 ext. 131. 
  • Inquiries regarding Title II should be directed to Michael Noel, Director of Human Resources, michael.noel@qacs.org or 410-758-2403 ext. 176. 
Inquiries may also be addressed in writing to the appropriate office at Queen Anne's County Public Schools, 202 Chesterfield Ave, Centreville, Maryland 21617.

External Agencies
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
1-800-669-4000
1-800-669-6820 (TTY for Deaf/Hard of Hearing callers only)
1-844-234-5122 (ASL Video Phone for Deaf/Hard of Hearing callers only)
 
Maryland Commission on Civil Rights (MCCR)
410.767.8600 (Español-marque el 2)
1.800.637.6247
Maryland Relay 7-1-1
 
U.S. Department of Education (OCR)
Office for Civil Rights
400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202
(202) 401-2000
1-800-872-5327
Fax: 202-453-6012; TDD: 800-877-8339
 
Board of Education contact information can be found on the QACPS website.
www.qacps.org
 
APPLICATION PROCESS:   
Internal Applicants:
Submit an Internal application at hr.qacps.org.  Please upload a current resume as part of your internal application.
 
External Applicants:
Submit an External application at hr.qacps.org.  Along with your application, please upload a letter of interest, resume and any additional supporting documents. 
 

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Queen Anne's County Public Schools

671 Romancoke , Stevensville, MD 21666
 

At the following locations

Stevensville Middle

610 Main St , Stevensville, MD 21666



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