Quincy Innovation Academy Special Education Teacher

QUINCY SCHOOL DISTRICT

QUINCY INNOVATION ACADEMY SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

Supervisor: Building Principal/Special Ed Director
Salary Range: QEA Salary Schedule

Location/Assignment: Quincy Innovation Academy/Quincy High School
Conditions of work: 180 days/1 FTE

School Year 26-27

Open Until Filled (first consideration given to candidates applying prior to June 15^th)

SUMMARY: The QIA special education teacher supports instruction and case management for students with disabilities both in person and online.

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

This teaching position will support students with disabilities at Quincy Innovation Academy in three programs; QIA Online Learning Program QIA Big Picture Learning and QIA Open Doors Youth Re-Engagement. Big Picture Learning is an in-person mastery-based learning program for students grades 6-12. Big Picture Learning Students work toward six areas of competency and participate in internships in the community to learn career skills. QIA Online Learning students access an online learning curriculum platform from home and meet with an advisor weekly either in person or online. Open Doors is a partnership with Big Bend Community College to serve QIA students who are returning to school after dropping out or who were significantly behind in credits and at high risk of dropping out. QIA Open Doors students attend classes in person at BBCC four days per week. Additionally the QIA special education teacher provides case management and specially designed instruction for our Open Doors students from the QIA campus. The QIA Special Education teacher will collaborate with general education staff in all programs to provide case management and specially designed instruction to students in grades 6-12.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Teach students the skills and attitudes to be successful in the subject matter in accordance with state statutes district policy and adopted curriculum to help prepare students for lifelong learning and success.
• Foster an educational environment conducive to the learning and maturation process of assigned students; plans and instructional program designed to meet individual student needs and whole groups which may include at risk or special needs youth.
• Create a positive classroom atmosphere to encourage and motivate students to learn essential skills and develop content knowledge.
• Plans and prepares well organized series of learning opportunities and activities; established objectives to ensure mastery of district outcomes.
• Assess and evaluates student achievement; adapts and modifies techniques and material for effectiveness as necessary for student progress and success; seeks and recommends special assistance as appropriate.
• Development and oversight of Individual Education Plans Behavior Plans and other special education required planning and responsibilities.
• Knowledge of Special Education compliance and required IEP elements and assessments/screenings.
• Design and implement lesson plans for students having a wide range of achievements.
• Use digital education tools and techniques to support student learning
• Assists students in developing self-esteem and responsible behaviors; models appropriate behavior; maintains and provides fair and consistent classroom management.
• Acknowledges discusses rewards and corrects student behavior; disciplines students as
  necessary and maintains student safety.
• Evaluates and records student progress; prepares progress and grade reports as required; manages and evaluates data administers tests as necessary.
• Attends or participates in all required staff meetings committees team building field trips and other activities (may include overnight stay) deemed necessary by the district and/or building principal to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional achievement.
• Performs related tasks consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position.
• Must have good human relations and interpersonal skills demonstrated ability to keep
  confidentiality and show initiative when appropriate.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and counselor to select and adapt courses within our online learning curriculum platform to meet student needs.
• May occasionally need to drive students in a district vehicle to internship or other learning opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or Director of Special Education.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently have or will have by the start date a valid Washington
  State Teaching Certificate with a Special Education related endorsement required. Other degrees and certifications may be considered.
  Extensive knowledge of core subject areas and demonstrated ability to have effective instructional planning assessment data analysis and behavioral management techniques.
  Proficiency in reading writing and oral communications in English
• Ability to speak Spanish is preferred but not required.

UNION AFFILIATION:

This position is represented by the Quincy Education Association

BENEFITS:

Health insurance benefits include medical dental vision life and long-term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).Clickhere for more detailed information on benefits. Paid leave benefits include 12 days of sick leave and 3 personal leave days.

*Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/FTE.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Establish and maintain effective positive communication and working relationships with students parents or guardians staff and administrators.
• Knowledge of Special Education compliance and required IEP elements and assessments/screenings.
• Designing and implementing lesson plans for students having a wide range of achievement.
• Strong technology and word processing skills required.
• Ability to deal with students in a positive and confident manner; be fair and consistent when working with a culturally racially and economically diverse student population; adapt to change and remain flexible; organize activities; manage student behavior; use good judgment to maintain a safe learning environment; provide instruction and demonstrate techniques.
• Use necessary equipment computers machinery tools or software.
• Ability to consult supervise and motivate paraeducators in program requirements and
  guidelines; in some positions administer first aid and CPR.
• Ability to drive a district vehicle to occasionally transport students to internships or other learning opportunities
• Sets and maintains high expectations of students.
• Ability to gain respect and confidence of students and community through the modeling of appropriate behavior methods and attire.
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.

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 essential functions. The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical demands:

• Ability to regularly walk sit stoop kneel crouch crawl push and pull.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

PROCEDURE:

• Application Online at on Menu and Careers and Job Openings
• All applications must be submitted online through theTalentEd questions regarding theTalentEd system please contact Velma Flores .
• Note: Employment contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol FBI fingerprint criminal history background check and School Board approval.

Quincy School 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 a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:Title IX Coordinator: Nik Bergman Superintendent 119 J Street SW Quincy WA 98848 .Section 504/ADA Coordinator:Victoria Hodge Special Programs Director 119 J Street SW Quincy WA 98848 .Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator:David Garza Assistant Superintendent 119 J Street SW Quincy WA 98848 .

Quincy School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Required Experience:

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