What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-K SDC Teacher (Mild/Moderate) Elementary School position at Evergreen Elementary School District?
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Special Education Pre-School Teacher is responsible for planning, developing and implementing an early education program for children with slight and moderate delays in functioning as delineated in each students I.E.P. The pre-school teacher serves the students in as “normal” an environment as possible which may include the home, private pre-school, Head Start programs, Child Development Center Programs and/or a small group setting on a regular school campus.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Identification & Assessment
1.Identifies through assessment those students who would be eligible to receive early education services.
2.Participates with the staff to complete assessments by measuring achievement and observing social development.
3.Participates in a trans-disciplinary team to determine needs and specific goals and objectives of student’s individual educational plans.
B. Educational Planning
1.Provides remediation of specific disabilities through direct or small group instruction.
2.Acts as liaison to facilitate successful mainstreaming when appropriate.
3.Modifies each student’s curriculum through continuous informal evaluation.
4.Develops transition programs for children entering kindergarten or first grade to allow for success in non-special education environment.
C. Consultation
1.Articulates with staff personnel and parents regarding the needs of students.
2.Makes use of resources both within and outside of the school district to facilitate student progress in both educational and social development.
3.Provides parents with instructional strategies appropriate for student.
4.Assists parents to coordinate services in community provided by various agencies.
D. Professional Growth
1.Maintains knowledge of current regulations pertaining to Special Education.
2.Continues independent professional growth through the use of journals, workshops, and classes, as provided by district.
E. Other Duties
1.Maintains records and files and reports as required by federal, state, and district regulations.
2.Maintains the confidentiality of all written and oral information.
3.Participates in school-wide activities and assumes responsibilities as a staff member.
4.Other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required - Specialist Credential - Learning Handicapped or Communicatively Handicapped
Salary : $69,821 - $125,754
