Special Education Teacher Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the special education teacher position.

Previously, I was responsible for coaching to teachers on how to monitor progress and how to plan instruction based on student data that accelerates achievement of special education students.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Computer skills including use of the software and hardware available at facility/program
• Basic mathematical skills / comprehension of concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Oklahoma Teaching certificate in Special Education
• Knowledge of Individual Education Plan (IEP) meeting facilitation, goal setting process, implementation, and progress monitoring
• Proficiency using ED Plan, computers, printers, copy machines, and fax machines
• Deep knowledge of content, state standards, and effective teaching strategies preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of behavior intervention and support in the context of a general classroom or small group environment, consultation and developmental needs of school-aged children and adolescents
• Team player with maturity and humility

I am excited to be applying for the position of special education teacher. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for consultation to meet the educational, vocational, and personal-social needs of students with disabilities.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Adaptable to ever-changing needs of students
• Actively participate in the creation and implementation of an individual and school wide Professional Development Plan
• Schedule and conduct annual, reevaluation, and special review IEP meetings
• Participates as an educational team member in coordination with the clients, staff, and school and represents the program in professional meetings, family meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops
• Engage families and build collaborative, respectful relationships with them in service of student learning
• Trains and supervises university undergraduate practicum students
• Review records of students for Special Education eligibility and obtaining Special Education records from previous school settings or outside evaluators
• Work in a collaborative environment with all staff

I am excited to be applying for the position of special education teacher. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for quality instruction/services to students with disabilities based on IEPs and conduct regular progress monitoring to address adequate yearly progress and school targets.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Colorado Department of Education Special Education Generalist license or equivalent CDE licensure
• Demonstrate initiative in personal achievements and team support
• Demonstrate professionalism in all aspects of the school environment
• Demonstrate proficiency in the latest applicable computer applications and be able to effectively function in a Google-driven technology environment
• ELL/ESL Endorsement
• Valid Arizona IVP fingerprint card
• Special Education Credential Mild/Mod or Mod/Severe
• Mild to Moderate Certification preferred

I am excited to be applying for the position of special education teacher. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for a range of instructional, management, and assessment strategies to meet the different needs of students.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Wyoming PTSB Certification with Special Education Endorsement
• Experience teaching / working with at-risk adolescents in an educational environment
• Strong communication skills are necessary to collaborate with other team members and other professionals
• Illinois LBS 1 Teacher Licensure (K-12)
• Knowledge of appropriate educational needs for all ages of students
• Skill in preparing and maintaining appropriate education records according to policy and state regulations/standards
• Knowledge of appropriate interventions with students
• Experience working with students who have emotional and behavioral issues