CONCORD COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Special Education Teacher of Record

TYPE OF POSITION: Certified

REPORTS TO:Building Principal, Director of Exceptional Learners

POSITION PURPOSE:  Guides students with disabilities toward meaningful academic, behavioral, social, and functional growth through high-quality instruction, compliant case management, and collaborative problem-solving.  Ensures that each student receives services aligned with their Individualized Education Program (IEP), while championing inclusive practices, equitable access, and student success across all learning environments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

* Serve as the Teacher of Record for assigned students and ensure full compliance with IDEA, Article 7, and all district policies.

* Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that include present levels, measurable goals, accommodations, behavior supports, service minutes, and progress-monitoring expectations.

* Deliver explicit, differentiated instruction using evidence-based practices in reading, writing, mathematics, executive functioning, and social-emotional learning.

* Provide instruction and support within general education, small-group, and specialized settings based on student needs and service delivery models.

* Collect, analyze, and report progress-monitoring data; maintaining accurate records required for IEP implementation and legal compliance.

* Collaborate closely with general education teachers to ensure appropriate accommodations, modifications, co-teaching practices, and shared responsibility for student outcomes.

* Partner with related services providers, administrators, and families to design cohesive, student-centered plans.

* Implement classroom and individual behavior-support strategies aligned with functional behavioral assessments (FBA) and behavior intervention plans (BIP) recommendations.

* Participate in and help lead case conferences, ensuring clear communication, documentation accuracy, and procedural compliance.

* Support paraprofessionals through modeling, coaching, and clarity of expectations regarding instructional and behavioral strategies.

* Maintain a safe, predictable, and supportive learning environment that nurtures independence, resilience, and engagement.

* Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and compliance training as required.

* Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Valid Indiana teaching license in Special Education (e.g. Exceptional Needs: Mild Interventions, Exceptional Needs: Intense Intervention, Any Exceptional Needs Licensing covering PK-12).

* Demonstrated knowledge of IDEA, Article 7, IEP development, instructional design, and behavioral support frameworks.

* Strong communication skills, collaboration skills, and organizational skills.

* CPR/AED certification and completion of required state mandated trainings.

* Preferred: completion of the Science of Reading training necessary for educators licensed in Special Education.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* Ability to move about school buildings and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.

* Sufficient vision, hearing, and speech to conduct assessments and communicate effectively.

* Frequent use of hands for typing, writing, and test administration.

* Work is primarily in a school setting with moderate noise; some travel between schools may be required.

* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

* There are no environmental hazards indicated for this position.

TERMS:  Length of year and salary to be determined by the School Board.

EVALUATION:  Evaluation of performance on this job will be in accordance with the provisions in the policy handbook.