High School OCS EC Teacher 2024-2025

POSITION SUMMARY

To teach special education students in the Occupational Course of Study (OCS) pathway; support curriculum development and identify resource needs for the program; access and analyze data sources to help student achievement: collaborate with Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) staff and OE to ensure appropriate supports, referrals and evaluations are occurring in a timely manner for identified students; design, provide, supervise and enhance in-school and community-based vocational opportunities and experiences for students. Write and Maintain IEP’s and corresponding files on time in a compliant manner. Assist parents in making connections for transition to postgraduate activities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Ensure appropriate courses for Occupational Course of Study (OCS) pathway are updated and offered to students; stay current with OCS curriculum changes from NCDPI.

2. Serve as VAHS liaison with NCVPS and high schools with OCS courses.

3. Develop/identify, implement and support a program curriculum grounded in evidence-based practice and centered on life skill development and job readiness, emphasizing functional literacy.

4. Research and make recommendations for vocational skill development programs for students; evaluate transition materials and assist with administration of transition assessments, as appropriate.

5. Conduct classroom and work site courses for Occupational Prep classes 1-4.

6. Provide information to families and teachers on employment opportunities, living alternatives and community resources for students with disabilities.

7. Review of Career Portfolio for all students enrolled in the Occupational Course of Study to maintain adequate records regarding completion of vocational training requirements for the OCS.

8. Case Manage IEP meetings to ensure appropriate transitional goals and objectives.

9. Ensure that all parents are informed of their child’s participation in vocational training activities (in- school, community and work based).

10. Ensure that parents/students are aware of the Occupational Course of Study (OCS) graduation requirements/service hour requirements. And, ensure that the proper program paperwork is completed.

11. Perform other duties as deemed necessary by your supervisor.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor of Arts in Special Education

• North Carolina Teaching License in Special Education

• Preferred to have a minimum of 3 years of special education classroom experience with experience or training or mentoring, staff development in leadership. Teaching experience with OCS and separate class (self-contained) programs is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. Ability to communicate effectively; possess excellent oral and written communication skills (grammar, spelling, etc).

2. Ability to work collaboratively with families, school personnel, department administrators, and community partners to meet the needs of students.

3. Knowledgeable about evidence/research based practices.

4. Ability to perform as a team player, in a team environment.

5. Possess strong organizational, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. 6. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

6. Ability to remain calm and professional.

7. Ability to work independently and efficiently, including the ability to research and gather information from various sources.

8. Ability to learn, explain and adhere to program procedures and district policies.

9. Working knowledge and proficient level of experience with Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

10. Strong customer service skills in order to respond to students, parents, school personnel, and administrators in an appropriate and timely manner.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to exert a negligible amount of force to move objects; classification consistent with light work.

DISCLAIMER:

The statements of the job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this category. The description does not contain an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and other requirements necessary of employees to perform in this