Job Title: Building Based Substitute Special Education Teacher
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for providing classroom coverage to Special Education classes, including planning, instructing and/or adapting the education program to enable students to benefit from educational experiences. Substitutes will be expected to attend IEP meetings and perform any other duties provided by the Special Education Teacher, on an as-needed basis.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1.Instructs individuals and groups in special education skill areas.
2.Plans curriculum, lessons, and special education programs and teaching methods.
3.Evaluates student progress based on papers submitted, test scores and observation.
4.Monitors students' progress in and outside special education room.
5.Maintains physical environment of the classroom.
6.Maintains contact with parents of students.
7.Evaluates student progress based on work output and observation, determines goals, objectives and directions of the IEP
8.Prepares report cards, educational records, classroom observation records, and other forms as necessary.
1.Valid PA certification in Special Education PK-8 or N-12 required. (Include your PPID on your application.)
2.Experience working with the special education school age population preferred.
3.Effective verbal and written communication skills.
4.Ability to build trust and positive working relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholder groups.
5.Excellent collaboration and leadership skills.
6.Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work under pressure.
7.Self-motivator, independent, cooperative, flexible, creative, and responsible.
8.Ability to comply with the AIU Conduct policy.
Additional Requirements:
1.Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR clearances required prior to an offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date).
2.School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.
Working Conditions:
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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1.Sitting for extended period of time
2.Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling 35 pounds
3.Ability to kneel, crouch, bend and reach to retrieve and handle teaching materials and supplies
4.Moving fingers and hands in a repetitive manner
5.Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating with limited English-speaking customers
6.Hearing clearly
7.Adequate vision to perform duties
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 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.
Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of this position.
Reports To: Principal or Assistant Principal
Department: Special Education and Pupil Services
Position Schedule: August - June, 190 days
Salary: $200.00/per day ($26.67/hourly) plus health, dental, vision benefits, paid sick days, professional development, PSERS, and more
To Apply: Create an on-line application and upload a cover letter, resume, PA Certificate (if applicable) and transcripts at the AIU Career Site.
Questions: Recruitment@aiu3.net
The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or limited English proficiency in its educational programs, services, facilities, activities or employment practices as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 Regulations of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975, Section 204 Regulations of the 1984 Carl D. Perkins Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, or any other applicable federal or state statute.