Elementary Special Education Teacher

Special Educator for the TLP (Therapeutic Learning Program)

The TLP program is a special education program designed to provide supports and services to students with social-emotional and behavioral disabilities.  Supports are provided in both a substantial separate setting and in the general education classroom. The role and responsibilities of the special education teacher of TLP is:

• Establish and maintain a safe learning environment which supports students in developing and applying the knowledge and skills necessary to function successfully in the school setting
• Provide direct instruction in social skills and emotional regulation skills based on student goal areas
• Plan and implement academic instruction at a variety of instructional levels utilizing grade level materials and modified curriculum
• Support student participation in meaningful integration opportunities
• Lead a collaborative team of support staff
• Consult with a variety of related service providers including: program clinician, school adjustment counselor, school psychologist, speech and language teacher, and occupational therapist
• Work with parents/guardians and outside community agencies to provide collaborative services
• Perform the duties of special education teacher including: acting as a liaison, academic testing, writing IEPs and progress reports, and attending team meetings