Special Education Self-Contained Unique Pathways 2 Teacher

Reports To: Principal/Administration of Exceptional Student Education

FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY:

The Special Education Unique Pathways (Multi-Categorical) 2 Teacher is responsible for providing specialized instruction support and services to students with disabilities as identified under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This position focuses on meeting the diverse learning behavioral social and functional needs of students served under the multi-categorical designation including learning disabilities emotional/behavioral disorders intellectual disabilities and other health impairments. The teacher collaborates with general education teachers administrators families and related service providers to ensure students receive individualized instruction and support that promote academic growth independence and success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with federal state and district regulations.
• Provide specialized instruction using evidence-based practices tailored to the unique needs of students with disabilities.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to adapt and modify curriculum assessments and classroom environments to support inclusion.
• Manage classroom behavior using positive behavioral supports and individualized behavior intervention plans when needed.
• Collect analyze and maintain student performance data to monitor progress and inform instruction.
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians keeping them informed of student progress and involving them in the educational process.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings eligibility determinations and placement decisions.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation as required by district state and federal guidelines.
• Provide supervision and guidance to instructional assistants or paraprofessionals supporting students with disabilities.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to maintain knowledge of best practices in special education.
• Enthusiasm for teaching disabled children.
• Commitment to supporting the academic social and emotional growth of students with diverse needs.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelors degree in special education or related field masters preferred

Experience with teaching special education students in a self-contained setting preferred

CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONS:

SC certification in MD EMD TMD or Multi-Categorical or severe required with a strong GPA

in relevant course work

REQUIRED TESTING:

Pre-employment TB Test

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage classroom assistants in supporting classroom instruction and behavior management.

KNOWLEDGE:

Exceptional knowledge of the needs of special students. Knowledge of IDEA regulations IEP development and specialized instructional strategies. Knowledge needed to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and to speak effectively with elementary age students and/or employees in a school environment. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule form. Ability to subtract multiply and divide in all units of measurement using whole numbers common fractions and decimals. Application of percentages ratios and proportions to practical situations is required.

Knowledge of federal and state special education laws and regulations. Knowledge of effective and innovative instructional and student evaluation techniques.

SKILLS:

Strong skills in classroom management collaboration and differentiated instruction. Strong communication skills with students staff administration and the public. Understanding a childs behavior and dynamics. Skilled in problem solving and patience.

ABILITIES:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students staff and the community. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies. Ability to fulfill the dexterity and physical requirements of the work and effectively attend to the special needs of exceptional children.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects tools or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee frequently must squat stoop or kneel reach above the head and reach forward. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this position.

The employee must be able to occasionally lift or physically support students during the day in compliance with safety guidelines. The employee may occasionally push/pull items such as tables and seating. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee regularly works indoors and may occasionally work outdoors. The employee will work near moving mechanical equipment and may occasionally work near or with toxic or caustic chemicals such as petroleum products degreasers and sprays. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Frequent interruptions and immediate attention to unexpected situations are expected.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:

190 days/7.5 hours per day (Full-Time)

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated by the principal and administration of the Exceptional Student Education Department at the end of each year.

START DATE:Determined by Human Resources

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must submit official transcripts three professional references with at least one supervisory reference and a copy of the appropriate credentials as part of the application process.

PRE-ONBOARDING REQUIREMENTS:
As a condition of employment and prior to onboarding the district will conduct a criminal history background check. The recommended candidate will be required to provide personal information necessary to complete the background check such as date of birth gender and race to remain in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT:

The 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 this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. The district reserves the right to modify job postings and/or job descriptions at any time to meet organizational needs.

EEOC STATEMENT:

Rock Hill Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.