Teacher, Highly Structured, Job 25-0020 CH

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This is a 1.0 FTE continuing contract Highly Structured teaching positionat Challenger Elementary School effective theschool year.

Highly structured is a program for students with Autism or other characteristics often associated with Autism who require intensive support and visual based instruction. Students primary instructional needs are in functional communication (social interactions foundational use of AAC) selfregulation (sensory emotional behavioral) and adaptive (visual schedules following single to multistep directions and developing school routines). Students have cognitive delays which result in the need for instruction using alternate curriculum. Instruction in the Highly Structured classroom is often provided in groups of 12 students targeting functional academic skills and vocational skills. Program paraeducators support students in the general education setting with the goal of building social interactions. Students in the Highly Structured program participate in the WAAIM alternate assessment.

Class size: Up to 11 students with a teacher and 3 classroom paraeducators.

Minimum Qualifications:Valid Washington state teaching certificate witha special education endorsement.

Position is open until filled.

Salary listed is for theschool year.

JOB TITLE: SPECIAL SERVICES TEACHER

JOB SUMMARY: Plan prepare and deliver a quality educational program based upon state standards district curriculumIEPgoals and effective instruction to students with diverse needs.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plan andprovideclear and intentional focused instruction based uponindividualstudentIEPgoals using state standardssubject mattercontent and district curriculum.
• Recognizeindividualstudent learning needs and develop strategiesto addressthose needsfor the purpose ofpromotingindividualachievement.
• Implement effective teaching practicesfor the purpose offacilitating achievement for each student.
• Use multiple student data elementsfor the purpose ofassessing student progress modifying instruction and improving student learning.
• Communicate and collaborate with parents and school communityfor the purpose offostering student success and achievement and meeting special education laws and policies.
• Foster and manage a safe positive learning environmentfor the purpose ofpromoting effective student behavior and success.
• Maintain andsubmitinformation/records including student progress.
• Participate in andfacilitatevarious meetingsfor the purpose ofaddressing student goals and needs and to meet laws and policies. Meetings may include school and department manifestation determination eligibility evaluation and placement.
• Maintain and process accurate records/documents as required by State and Federal regulations and district policy.
• Direct the work of assigned classified staff.
• Implement and comply with District policies and the Code of Professional Conduct.
• Maintain consistent attendance and conform to regular work hours specified under contract.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned by the supervisor

JOB REQUIREMENTS; MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Skills Knowledge and Abilitiesrequired to satisfactorilyperformthe functions of the job include:

• Knowledge of applicable Washington State and federal rules and regulations.
• Knowledge ofsubject matter/course content relevant to assignment.
• Knowledge of and skills in using effective instructional strategies and practices.
• Knowledge of and skills in using various formative andsummativeassessments.
• Ability to effectively addressa wide range ofacademic and social needs including atrisk cultural diversity English language learners and special education students.
• Knowledge and skill in designing and conducting specialized instruction remediation and evaluation.
• Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior.
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively meet students developmental needs.
• Ability to interact and collaborate positively and effectively with parents students staff and administrators.
• Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written formats with a variety of constituents.
• Skills and abilities in organization time management and record keeping.
• Ability tooperatetechnology devices and specific software programs.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability and commitment to strengthen jobrelated competencies.

EDUCATION:

• Valid Washington State certification withappropriateendorsement(s)
• Meet highly qualified requirementsrelative toassignment

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Successful experience as a special education teacher preferred
• Second language or language acquisition background preferred
• Student cultural and economic diversity experience preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: SPECIAL SERVICES TEACHER

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Frequently

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Continually

66% 100%

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Standing

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Walking

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Crouching

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Kneeling/Crawling

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Stooping

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Twisting Knees

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Twisting Waist

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Twisting Neck

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Climbing

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Balancing

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Leg/Foot Use

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Reaching

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Handling/Grasping

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Fingering/Feeling

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Pushing/Pulling

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Lifting/Carrying

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Talking

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Hearing

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Vision

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Far Acuity

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Depth Perception

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Color Vision

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Field of Vision

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Smell

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Work Outdoors

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Work Indoors

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MukilteoSchool District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race creed religion color national origin age veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression or identity disability or the use of trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employeeshave been designatedto handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Patty Dowd() Section 504 Coordinator Becca Anderson () and the ADA/Access Coordinator KarenMooseker(). Address: 9401 Sharon Drive in Everett WA. Inquiries regarding ADA/Access issues atSnoIsleTECH Skills Centershould bedirected to Wes Allen Director (). Address: 9001 Airport Road in Everett WA 98204.