Special Education Teacher in Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Job Description

This role focuses on managing and overseeing all aspects related to Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) within a K-12 school environment in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The position requires close collaboration with Miami-Dade County Public Schools to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and may also include substitute teaching as needed. This is a direct hire opportunity for the current school year, with a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and overseeing the development, implementation, and monitoring of IEPs.
• Ensuring adherence to legal and educational standards governing special education services.
• Collaborating effectively with district officials and school staff to support student needs.
• Substituting in classrooms as needed to maintain continuity of instruction.

Qualifications and experience include:

• Bachelors degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field required; masters degree preferred.
• Valid Florida Educator Certificate in Exceptional Student Education (ESE) or eligibility for certification.
• Completion of Department of Children & Family Child Care Training.
• Minimum of three years experience working with students with disabilities, ideally with experience in a leadership or coordinator capacity.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and lift/move objects up to 50 pounds.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is essential.

This position offers attractive benefits, including:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Weekly pay.
• Comprehensive insurance options covering medical, dental, vision, and life.
• Matching 401(k) retirement plan.
• Flexible spending accounts.

Interested candidates with the required qualifications and passion for supporting students with disabilities are encouraged to apply promptly for this opportunity.