About this role
Position Summary
The Satellite Self-Contained Teacher is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized educational programs for students in grades 5K-2 with moderate intellectual disabilities and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The teacher creates a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment that promotes academic, communication, social, behavioral, and functional life skills while supporting each child's overall development. Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Special Education (Master's preferred)
• Valid state teaching certification in Special Education
• Knowledge of early childhood development and best instructional practices
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) based on each student's strengths and needs with fidelity
• Assess students' academic, social, communication, and functional abilities using appropriate assessment tools and strategies
• Adapt curriculum, teaching strategies, and learning materials to meet individual learning needs.
• Teach foundational pre-academic skills including literacy, numeracy, communication, and daily living skills
• Support students in developing communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, and independent living skills.
• Use evidence-based instructional strategies such as visual supports, structured teaching, task analysis, and positive behavior support.
• Utilize assistive technology, visual schedules, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and sensory supports where appropriate.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate educational records and documentation.
• Collaborate with speech therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists,, and other professionals to support student development.
• Serves as primary contact for the parent.
• Provides direction, supervision and evaluation of educational assistants as directed.
• Participate in professional development and school activities
Reports To: Director of Special Programs To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply for this Position' button on the right-hand side of this screen. Applications will not be considered until this step is completed. Salary: Teacher Salary Schedule Terms of Employment: 190 days Application Deadline: Open Until Filled Statement of Non-Discrimination Spartanburg School District Three does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Deputy Superintendent, Personnel and Pupil Services, 3535 Clifton Glendale Road, Glendale, SC 29346, (864) 279-6000 [email protected]