Special Educator

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 withlocal state and federal regulations policies procedures and laws. Motivates and supports students in learningand personal growth according to each students ability in order to develop skills knowledge and a disposition forlearning needed for continued education and/or work. Establishes and maintains effective relationships withstudents parents/guardians staff members and other professionals to meet student development Duties and Responsibilities:1. Ensures students are supported in learning a gradeappropriate instructional program from an approvedcurriculum.a. Develops or translates lesson plans and activities into standardsbased appropriate learningexperiences.b. Prepares instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt thecurriculum to the needs of each student.c. Assesses and monitors learning using a variety of methods and adjusts instruction according toindividual student needs.d. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to optimize an effective learning atmosphere.e. Assists in creating a learning environment that supports and motivates learners provides personalgrowth according to the individuals ability and helps students develop a solid foundation for continuedlearning.f. Teamteach coteach or provide support to teachers in a mainstream setting as assigned.g. Provides individualized and group instruction and academic support in assigned subject matter usingbest practices as specified in school regulations and procedures and as mandated by state law and asindicated by Individual Education Programs (IEPs.)h. Ensure through appropriate planning that the individual needs of students will be met whether presentor absent.2. Responsible for all elements of the IEP process; the evaluation planning and case management of eligiblestudents to include but not limited to:a. Scheduling and monitoring due dates for student evaluations (IEPs).b. Evaluating students for special education eligibility in accordance with local state and federalregulations policies procedures and laws.c. Scheduling and conducting effective periodic meetings for assigned students.d. Developing through collaboration with a team an Individual Education Program for each assignedstudent. Receives regular feedback and processes information as required.e. Assessing and documenting student progress toward individual goals.f. Ensuring students are educated in the least restrictive environment.g. Developing transition plans for assigned students as appropriate.h. Scheduling and conducting transition meetings for enrolling students.i. Monitoring paraprofessional staff in the implementation of student programs.j. Maintaining accurate timely records logs evaluations plans and other documentation. Distributes toappropriate persons as necessary and required.3. Collaborates effectively with school staff families and appropriate agencies by:a. Collaborating effectively with content areas and learningcommunity colleagues to meet studentlearning needs.b. Communicating school related issues concerns and successes.c. Being available to teachers students and parents for educationrelated purposes outside theinstructional day and as indicated by IEPs.d. Providing consultation and regular communications with other educators regarding academicaccommodations adaptations and behavior interventions/strategies.e. Collaborating with outside agencies and other professionals and making appropriate referrals to otherresources regarding individual student and program considerations.4. Acquires and exhibits working knowledge of program procedures routines and current best practices in SpecialEducation and other professional related areas as assigned. May participate in conferences meetings andtrainings as appropriate or assigned.5. May perform other work related responsibilities as Responsibilities: Supervises students and may supervise paraprofessionals and other staffmembers. Monitors student discipline through appropriate behavior management techniques. Assistsadministration in establishing and maintaining schoolbased discipline and a positive learning environment. Regularattendance in accordance with established work Requirements: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essentialduty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability 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 middleschool students with disabilities is required. Working knowledge of Special Education state and federal guidelinesregulations and laws is essential. Knowledge and experience with behavioral strategies accommodations andinterventions for secondary students with emotional/behavioral Licenses Registrations: Valid Vermont Teaching License with appropriate endorsement as aConsulting Teacher and/or Special Language Skills: Ability to read analyze and interpret general periodicals professional journalsprocedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write IEP plans reports and correspondence. Ability toeffectively present information and respond to questions from students parents staff and the public. Ability to usea variety of assessments for student work. Ability to communicate effectively with students parents colleaguesadministration and greater school Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statisticalinference fundamentals of algebra and geometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions percentages ratiosand proportions to practical Reasoning Ability: Ability to assess situations solve problems cope with a variety of situations wherelimited standardization exists and implement decisions is required. Ability to interpret a variety of instructionsfurnished in written oral diagram or schedule Skills and Abilities: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to demonstrate a highdegree 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 workindependently at times assuming responsibilities and demonstrating initiative is a must. The ability to workcollaboratively in a team environment is also required. The ability to apply knowledge of current research and theoryspecific to assigned instructional academics program; ability to plan and implement plans based on schoolobjectives and the needs and abilities of assigned students is required. Fluency in technology with data andcommunication systems and the ability to keep current on such technology. The ability to learn and train others inthe use of adaptive technology as required by individual student needs. Ability to establish and maintain effectiverelationships with students peers and parents; skill in oral and written communication are essential. Ability toperform duties with awareness of all district requirements Vermont Education Quality Standards (EQS) applicablelaws and Board policies. Demonstrated ongoing commitment to workplace diversity sustainability and deliveringexceptional customer Demands The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee tosuccessfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand walk sit bend kneel sit onlower surfaces speak see and hear. Will be required to climb or descend stairs and perform tasks requiringmanual dexterity such as to operate technology. While performing the duties of this job the employee mayoccasionally run push or lift up to 40 pounds such as books backpacks equipment or assist in the mobilization ofstudents. The employee is directly responsible for safety wellbeing or work output of other people. Specificvision abilities required by the job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material peripheralvision 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 mustshow acceptable interpersonal skills and follow directions of school leadership. The position requires the individualto meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other Environment: The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employeeencounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made toenable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. Duties are primarily performed indoors and at of Employment: Per Master AgreementEvaluation: AnnuallyDate Finalized: 5/29/15/JGThe information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for thisposition. Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. The Board reserves the right to waive theessential requirements contained in this job description.