Early Childhood Teacher: Pratt

South Central Kansas Special Education Cooperative USD 605 • www.scksec.com

This position is for an Early Childhood Teacher at Pratt Preschool, located within the SCKSEC Cooperative. The teacher is responsible for instructional delivery of special education services to students with a variety of disabilities, working with specialists, itinerants, staff, parents and paraeducators to provide quality education. The special education teacher will also act as the students' primary service provider by writing Individualized Education Plans, coordinating services, and monitoring progress toward IEP goals.

General Purpose

Responsible for planning, developing, delivering and evaluating appropriate individualized

educational services, learning programs and instruction for special needs students in both

self-contained and integrated settings in consultation with other school personnel.

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelors or graduate degree in the appropriate field
• Kansas Teaching License
• Appropriate Special Education endorsements, licensure, or waiver eligibility
• Previous experience in diagnosing and assessing learning disorders preferred
• Previous experience in educating special needs students preferred
• Proven effective classroom and student behavior management skills
• Knowledge of current special education practices and methodologies
• Knowledge and understanding of State, local and federal regulations and policies affecting special education
• Working knowledge of educational technology applications
  
  

Main Job Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

• identify the needs of assigned students through formal and informal assessments
• review referral data, history and assessment data to develop appropriate goals and objectives for each student
• confer with general education teachers regarding the educational, social, emotional and physical needs and objectives of each student
• plan, develop and implement individualized learning plans for each student
• design appropriate teaching strategies
• prepare instructional materials and lesson plans according to Individual Educational Plans (IEPs)
• review IEPs with parents, school administrators and general education teachers
• utilize appropriate methods of learning delivery and instruction to meet the needs of each student in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
• monitor, evaluate and document each student's progress utilizing appropriate measurements and assessment devices
• prepare timely progress reports for each student
• develop and implement necessary interventions and strategies to promote achievement of student objectives
• collaborate and consult with general school personnel regarding the implementation of IEPs and special educational services
• modify and adapt conventional educational programs and curriculum to meet the requirements of special needs students
• maintain regular communication with parents by means of email, phone calls, conference and progress reports
• assist parents with understanding and supporting educational objectives, learning expectations and behavioral standards
• ensure adherence to reasonable rules of classroom discipline and order to maintain a secure and effective learning environment
• manage student behavior through monitoring, supervising and assessing behavioral patterns
• utilize appropriate corrective methods to modify behavior
• develop and implement Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs) where necessary
• instruct students on socially acceptable behaviors and personal development skills
• prepare special needs students for inclusion and transition to mainstream
• maintain accurate and complete records in compliance with school district regulations and legal requirements
• maintain a current knowledge of special education best practices and trends
  
  

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions

Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as

needed in an educational setting that is often fast-paced and high intensity

Key Competencies

• organizational and planning skills
• collaboration and teamwork
• judgment and decision-making
• creative thinking
• problem-solving
• conflict management and resolution
• appreciation of diversity
• adaptability
  
  

Terms of Employment

Under the terms of the Negotiated Agreement. Generally, one-year and renewable.

Performance Review

Performance effectiveness evaluated in accordance with Kansas Statutes, Board of

Education Policy and terms, if applicable, of the Negotiated Agreement.

Benefits Information

Comprehensive benefits package including BCBS Health Insurance fringe benefit and KPERS Retirement.

Salary Information

Per the Negotiated Agreement

Employer Information

South Central Kansas Special Education Cooperative provides special education services to 15 school districts located in 8 counties. School districts served are: Pratt, Skyline, Macksville, St. John, Stafford, Kingman-Norwich, Cunningham, Anthony-Harper, Attica, Medicine Lodge, Kiowa, Haviland, Greensburg, Lewis, and Coldwater-Protection.

In addition to the services provided in member district buildings, SCKSEC provides services at one alternative attendance center in Pratt and Life Skills Centers in Medicine Lodge and Kingman.

Click here to learn more about what SCKSEC has to offer.