Special Education Teacher 6th-8th Grade

Job Title:Special Education TeacherLocation:Assigned SchoolJob Group:EducatorPay Level:ExemptReports to:School Principal and Director of Educational Support ServicesSummary: Plans and/or adapts the standardsbased instructional program for eligible students consistent with local state and federal regulations policies procedures and laws. Motivates and supports students in learning and personal growth according to each students ability in order to develop skills knowledge and a disposition for learning needed for continued education and/or work. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with students parents/guardians staff members and other professionals to meet student development Duties and Responsibilities:Ensures students are supported in learning a gradeappropriate instructional program from an approved curriculum. Develops or translates lesson plans and activities into standardsbased appropriate learning experiences. Prepares instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each and monitors learning using a variety of methods and adjusts instruction according to individual student and maintains standards of student behavior to optimize an effective learning in creating a learning environment that supports and motivates learners provides personal growth according to the individuals ability and helps students develop a solid foundation for continued learning. Teamteach coteach or provide support to teachers in a mainstream setting as individualized and group instruction and academic support in assigned subject matter using best practices as specified in school regulations and procedures and as mandated by state law and as indicated by Individual Education Programs (IEPs.)Ensure through appropriate planning that the individual needs of students will be met whether present or for all elements of the IEP process; the evaluation planning and case management of eligible students to include but not limited to:Scheduling and monitoring due dates for student evaluations (IEPs).Evaluating students for special education eligibility in accordance with local state and federal regulations policies procedures and and conducting effective periodic meetings for assigned through collaboration with a team an Individual Education Program for each assigned student. Receives regular feedback and processes information as and documenting student progress toward individual students are educated in the least restrictive transition plans for assigned students as and conducting transition meetings for enrolling paraprofessional staff in the implementation of student accurate timely records logs evaluations plans and other documentation. Distributes to appropriate persons as necessary and effectively with school staff families and appropriate agencies by:Collaborating effectively with content areas and learningcommunity colleagues to meet student learning school related issues concerns and successes. Being available to teachers students and parents for educationrelated purposes outside the instructional day and as indicated by consultation and regular communications with other educators regarding academic accommodations adaptations and behavior interventions/ with outside agencies and other professionals and making appropriate referrals to other resources regarding individual student and program and exhibits working knowledge of program procedures routines and current best practices in Special Education and other professional related areas as assigned. May participate in conferences meetings and trainings as appropriate or perform other work related responsibilities as Responsibilities: Supervises students and may supervise paraprofessionals and other staff members. Monitors student discipline through appropriate behavior management techniques. Assists administration in establishing and maintaining schoolbased discipline and a positive learning environment. Regular attendance in accordance with established work Requirements: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential and/or Experience: Bachelors Degree. Demonstrated skill in working with elementary and middle school students with disabilities is required. Working knowledge of Special Education state and federal guidelines regulations and laws is essential. Knowledge and experience with behavioral strategies accommodations and interventions for secondary students with emotional/behavioral Licenses Registrations: Valid Vermont Teaching License with appropriate endorsement as a Consulting Teacher and/or Special Language Skills: Ability to read analyze and interpret general periodicals professional journals procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write IEP plans reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students parents staff and the public. Ability to use a variety of assessments for student work. Ability to communicate effectively with students parents colleagues administration and greater school Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference fundamentals of algebra and geometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions percentages ratios and proportions to practical situations. General Reasoning Ability: Ability to assess situations solve problems cope with a variety of situations where limited standardization exists and implement decisions is required. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule form. Other Skills and Abilities: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to demonstrate a high degree of interpersonal communication and organizational skills attention to detail and adaptability. The incumbent must also model appropriate professional behavior and positive attitudes at all times. The ability to work independently at times assuming responsibilities and demonstrating initiative is a must. The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment is also required. The ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory specific to assigned instructional academics program; ability to plan and implement plans based on school objectives and the needs and abilities of assigned students is required. Fluency in technology with data and communication systems and the ability to keep current on such technology. The ability to learn and train others in the use of adaptive technology as required by individual student needs. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students peers and parents; skill in oral and written communication are essential. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements Vermont Education Quality Standards (EQS) applicable laws and Board policies. Demonstrated ongoing commitment to workplace diversity sustainability and delivering exceptional customer service. Physical Demands The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand walk sit bend kneel sit on lower surfaces speak see and hear. Will be required to climb or descend stairs and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity such as to operate technology. While performing the duties of this job the employee may occasionally run push or lift up to 40 pounds such as books backpacks equipment or assist in the mobilization of students. The employee is directly responsible for safety wellbeing or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires meeting deadlines and working with Demands: The individual must be able to work with others in a collegial and cooperative manner must show acceptable interpersonal skills and follow directions of school leadership. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other Environment: The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. Duties are primarily performed indoors and at times outdoors.