Teacher Exceptional Education General Curriculum

General Description:
The RPS Exceptional Education Teacher General Curriculum is responsible for providing high-quality individualized instruction and support to students with disabilities who are able to access the general education curriculum with appropriate accommodations and modifications. This role involves developing implementing and monitoring Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) collaborating with general education teachers parents and other specialists and fostering an inclusive learning environment where all students can achieve academic and functional growth. The RPS Exceptional Education Teacher ensures compliance with all federal state and local mandates governing special education services in Virginia.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and provide Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) for students with disabilities in various educational settings.
• Modify and adapt the general education curriculum to meet the diverse learning styles and needs of students with disabilities utilizing a variety of instructional techniques strategies and technologies (including assistive technology).
• Facilitate and participate in eligibility meetings for students suspected of having a disability.
• Develop implement and monitor legally compliant Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with parents/guardians general education teachers related service providers and other IEP team members.
• Collect and analyze data to monitor student progress toward IEP goals and objectives and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records and prepare reports as required by federal state and district policies.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with parents/guardians regarding student progress IEP development and home-school collaboration.
• Work cooperatively with general education teachers administrators school psychologists social workers related service providers and other professionals to ensure comprehensive support for students.
• Effectively supervise paraprofessional staff assigned to individual students or the exceptional education program (if applicable).
• Implement positive behavioral supports and interventions consistent with students IEPs and school-wide expectations.
• Comply with all federal state (Virginia Department of Education regulations) and local laws policies and regulations governing the determination and delivery of special education services (e.g. IDEA Virginia Regulations Governing Special Education Programs for Children with Disabilities).
• Thorough knowledge of various disabilities (e.g. specific learning disabilities emotional disability other health impairment autism spectrum disorder etc.) as they relate to students accessing the general curriculum.
• Proficiency in utilizing a variety of assessment tools and data collection methods to inform instruction and measure student progress.
• Strong understanding of differentiated instruction accommodations and modifications to support diverse learners in the general education setting.
• Knowledge of assistive technology and its application to support student learning.
• Excellent communication interpersonal and collaboration skills to work effectively with students parents colleagues and community stakeholders.

Physical Requirements: The position may require frequent standing walking bending and occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Special Education or a related field.
• Valid Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in Special Education - General Curriculum K-12. (Candidates pursuing provisional licensure who meet Virginia Department of Education requirements will be considered).
• Effective organizational team-building and problem solving skills
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Expertise in the development implementation and monitoring of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with IDEA and Virginia regulations.

HOW TO APPLY:All applicants (including RPS employees) must submit an online application. Please access website at:

Please upload the following information with your application: a current resume transcript and license if applicable.Three references names and contact information will be required if you progress to the interview step of the selection process.Richmond Public Schools will conduct a background investigation fingerprinting and tuberculosis screening as a condition of employment. EOE.

PAY SCALE:Teachers salary scale

START DATE:Based on School Board approval

Required Experience:

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