Elementary Special Education Teacher Sugar Creek
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Job Location:
Waukee, IA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Criteria
- Valid State of Iowa teaching license required.
- Instructional Strategist I or Instructional Strategist II: BD/LD or ID
- Previous classroom teaching experience preferred.
- Willingness to pursue additional special education licensure based on building and student need.
Performance Criteria:
Strong collaboration and communication with parents AEA teachers and support staff
Successful experience serving students with challenging behavior
Successful experience working with elementary learners on the autism spectrum
Knowledge of functions of behavior as they relate to developing and implementing appropriate behavior intervention plans
Experience with challenging behaviors and a willingness to serve on the building response team
CPI certification or willingness to obtain CPI certification
Ability to teach in both a pull-out special education setting and collaborative general education setting
Ability todirect classroom associate(s) with positive leadership skills
Evidence of strong organizational skills
Actively supports and effectively communicates Waukees mission and vision
Demonstrates an understanding of the elements of a Professional Learning Community and an ability to apply that understanding to a team situation
Solid understanding and proven application of the Framework for Meeting the Needs of All Students and implementation of Multi-Tiered System of Support
Demonstrates implementation of research-supported instructional and balanced assessment practices supporting differentiation and integration of skills and concepts
Understanding and experience with the workshop and gradual release models and commitment to differentiated instruction
Experience and proven ability in working with and growing diverse learners
Demonstrates willingness and desire to collaborate with instructional coaches and building and district leaders to continue to grow professionally
Desire for growth is evident through personal and professional goals
Record of recent professional learning and knowledge of current research
Proven ability to read and interpret a variety of types of data and expertise in data-driven decision-making to guide instruction
Understanding of formative assessment and evidence of using data to adapt to individual needs of students of all ability levels
Full support and implementation of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports
Flexible highly motivated and enthusiastic about working with children
Evidence of effective routines and procedures that lead to a positive classroom environment that promotes student achievement
Articulate in oral and written communications
Proven communication with parents and families
- Knowledge of and experience with using current technology to enhance learning
- Knowledge of the21st Century SkillsandUniversal Constructsand experience with ubiquitous integration of those competencies and habits of mind which may or may not be linked toThe Leader in Me
Benefits:
- IPERS retirement account
- 403B Tax Sheltered Annuity (TSA) -$50 per month contribution for certified staff
- Health and Dental Insurance paid for the employee (spouse/family coverage available at an additional cost)
- Generous leave package including personal leave sick leave family sick leave and bereavement leave
- Work shoe reimbursement up to $175 (dependent on work shoe required and position)
- Employee use of District Facilities if a part of the Wellness program
- Wee Care - Childcare available at a cost for 6mos - 5y for staffs children
- Mileage is reimbursed for approved work-related travel in your personal vehicle completed during scheduled work hours
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Algebra
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Computer Operation
- EDI
- Lesson Planning
- Special Education
- Teaching
- Cordova
- Writing Skills
