Also referred to as:
Special Needs Educator, Special Needs Student Education Teacher, SPED Teacher
Requirements and Responsibilities
Special Education Teacher instructs special education students in a classroom setting. Prepares lesson plans and instructional materials designed to meet the needs of individual students. Being a Special Education Teacher evaluates and monitors students' performance and resolves classroom issues and conflicts. Develops individualized education plans. Additionally, Special Education Teacher may provide behavioral consultation or implement therapeutic programs for students. Requires a bachelor's degree. Requires Teaching License. Typically requires Basic Life Support (BLS). Typically reports to a principal. The Special Education Teacher occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Special Education Teacher typically requires 2-4 years of related experience.
