Special Education Teachers, Elementary School
What is a Special Education Teacher, Elementary School?
Special Education Teachers in elementary schools are educators who are specifically trained to meet the diverse learning needs of children with disabilities. These teachers work with students who may have a range of challenges, including cognitive, emotional, physical, or developmental disabilities. Their primary role is to create and implement individualized educational programs (IEPs) tailored to each student's unique abilities and needs, ensuring that they have access to the general education curriculum as much as possible.
In addition to designing lesson plans that accommodate various learning styles, Special Education Teachers collaborate with other educators, parents, and specialists to provide a supportive learning environment. They utilize a variety of teaching methods and resources, including assistive technology, to foster academic and social skills. Furthermore, these teachers not only focus on academic achievement but also emphasize the development of life skills, social interactions, and emotional well-being, aiming to empower students to become independent and successful individuals. Special Education Teachers serve as advocates for their students, ensuring they receive the necessary support and resources to thrive in school and beyond.
Tasks
- Administer standardized ability and achievement tests to elementary students with special needs.
- Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, or teacher training workshops to maintain or improve professional competence.
- Collaborate with other teachers or administrators to develop, evaluate, or revise elementary school programs.
- Confer with other staff members to plan or schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
- Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, or other professionals to develop individual educational plans (IEPs) for students' educational, physical, or social development.
Technology Skills
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Electronic mail software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Outlook
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Computer based training software
- ABCmouse
- EasyCBM
- Rethink Ed
- Scientific Learning Fast ForWord
- Device drivers or system software
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Voice recognition software
- goQ WordQ
- Nuance Dragon NaturallySpeaking
- Dragon NaturallySpeaking
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Data base user interface and query software
- American Sign Language Browser
- IEP Direct
Tools Used
- Braille devices for the physically challenged
- Scanners
- Computer mouse
- Adaptive communication switches for the physically challenged
- Touch screen monitors
Detailed Work Activities
- Collaborate with other teaching professionals to develop educational programs.
- Develop strategies or programs for students with special needs.
- Teach life skills.
- Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.
- Develop instructional objectives.
Work Interests
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Social
Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.
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Investigative
Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
Job Outlook
Projected salary and job growth
$47710.0 - $103430.0
New job opportunities are less likely in the future. : Below Average
Assessment
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