Special Education Teachers, Elementary School
Overview
Teach academic, social, and life skills to elementary school students with learning, emotional, or physical disabilities. Includes teachers who specialize and work with students who are blind or have visual impairments; students who are deaf or have hearing impairments; and students with intellectual disabilities.
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Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.
Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
Collaborate with other teaching professionals to develop educational programs.
Develop strategies or programs for students with special needs.
Encourage students.
Develop instructional objectives.
Establish rules or policies governing student behavior.
Advise students on academic or career matters.
Monitor student performance.
Teach others to use technology or equipment.
Teach life skills.
Assess educational needs of students.
Maintain student records.
Discuss student progress with parents or guardians.
Modify teaching methods or materials to accommodate student needs.
Direct activities of subordinates.
Monitor student behavior, social development, or health.
Evaluate student work.
Display student work.
Plan educational activities.
Plan experiential learning activities.
Set up classroom materials or equipment.
Develop instructional materials.
Prepare tests.
Assist students with special educational needs.