Special Education Teacher

Full Job Description

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).

MISSION:
It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.

JOB PURPOSE:

Under limited supervision, provides classroom instruction for all students according to their individual needs and designs curriculum in accordance with SC State Standards and vocational curriculum competencies.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepares lesson content and instructional activities to improve students’ content knowledge, mastery of skills and to increase overall content knowledge.

Engages in best practices to deliver Special Education content – specific lessons and instruction to exceptional students at multiple education sites by means of established instructional delivery platforms, in the least restrictive environment in accordance with state and federal Special Education regulations, demonstrating technology proficiency in using district-endorsed instructional applications.

Establishes clear communication with students, site facilitators, and all personnel within the distance learning instructional delivery platform.

Advances the mission and vision of the School District and the Agency.

Displays professionalism and leadership by following established school, agency, state and federal policies and procedures.

Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university. Must be certified or eligible to be certified within the subject area by the State Department of Education.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Has knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.

Is able to comprehend, interpret and apply regulations, procedures and related information.

Has knowledge of the various disabilities encountered.

Has knowledge of teaching and instruction techniques for children with special needs.

Has knowledge of the principles of planning and implementing individualized education plans.

Has knowledge of the characteristics of the age group assigned.

Limited overnight travel.

This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice, and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.

Additional Information

The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days of sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
• Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave

Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date.

You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree.

A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment.

Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment.

A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.