Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten
Teach academic, social, and life skills to kindergarten 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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Job Zone
Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include real estate brokers, sales managers, database administrators, graphic designers, conservation scientists, art directors, and cost estimators.
Technology Skills
Electronic mail software
- Email software
- Microsoft Outlook
Computer based training software
- Children's educational software
- EasyCBM
- Rethink Ed
- Scientific Learning Fast ForWord
Device drivers or system software
- Screen magnification software
- Screen reader software
- Synapse outSPOKEN
- The vOICe Learning Edition
Voice recognition software
- goQ WordQ
- Nuance Dragon NaturallySpeaking
- Voice activated software
Data base user interface and query software
- American Sign Language Browser
- Individualized Educational Program IEP software
Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft Excel
Graphics or photo imaging software
- Drawing software
Office suite software
- Microsoft Office software
Word processing software
- Microsoft Word
Internet browser software
- Web browser software
Presentation software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Detailed Work Activities
- Collaborate with other teaching professionals to develop educational programs.
- Develop strategies or programs for students with special needs.
- Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.
- Develop instructional materials.
- Discuss student progress with parents or guardians.
- Evaluate student work.
- Modify teaching methods or materials to accommodate student needs.
- Monitor student performance.
- Assist students with special educational needs.
- Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
- Create technology-based learning materials.
- Develop instructional objectives.
- Direct activities of subordinates.
- Discuss problems or issues with supervisors.
- Display student work.
- Distribute instructional or library materials.
- Establish rules or policies governing student behavior.
- Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
- Maintain student records.
- Monitor student behavior, social development, or health.
- Plan educational activities.
- Plan experiential learning activities.
- Prepare tests.
- Set up classroom materials or equipment.
- Supervise school or student activities.
- Teach life skills.
- Teach others to use technology or equipment.
- Tutor students who need extra assistance.
Work Styles
A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feelings at work.
A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.
A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even under difficult circumstances.
A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.
A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.
A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.
A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.
A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.
A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.
A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may fall outside of one's required work role.
A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on ways to accomplish work.
A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.
A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.
A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
Reference
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