84 - Mild Moderate Teachers for the 2024-25 School Year

BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Generally teaches all subjects appropriate to the individual student's needs as indicated on the Individualized Education Program (IEP); provides, intensive and individually planned small group and/or individual instruction in areas of need Individualized Education Program (IEP); monitors and records progress toward objectives; establishes an ongoing evaluation procedure; plans and implements an instructional program for identified students based on identified needs reflected in the Individualized Education Program (IEP); assesses student progress; assists in student identification process; serves as case carrier in the preparation for the IEP meeting at the school site level; serves as a resource for all school staff; works closely with school psychologist and other auxiliary personnel; confers with parents; serves as liaison with appropriate community agencies.

HEMET UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

JOB DESCRIPTION 

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
Under the supervision of the school site administrator, provides an educational program for learning handicapped students.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Generally teaches all subjects appropriate to the individual student's needs as indicated on the Individualized Education Program (IEP); provides frequent, intensive and individually planned small group and/or individual instruction in areas of need; participates in Educational Assessment Service (EAS) meetings; establishes with the parent, the goals, objectives, activities and materials appropriate for that student within a given time frame and records same on the Individualized Education Program (IEP); participates in the annual and three year review; monitors and records progress toward objectives; establishes an ongoing evaluation procedure; plans and implements an instructional program for identified students based on the needs reflected in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) on a pull out basis; assesses student progress; assists in student identification process; serves as case carrier in the preparation for the IEP meeting at the school site level; serves as a resource in the area of learning handicapped for all school staff; works closely with school psychologist and other auxiliary personnel; confers with parents; serves as liaison with appropriate community agencies; coordinates the Special Education services provided each individual with exceptional needs served through the resource specialist program and other related teaching duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Knowledge of the various learning handicaps and strategies for amelioration; knowledge of appropriate materials and resources to be used with specific deficiencies at the various grade levels; knowledge of appropriate assessment tools for diagnosis and screening; ability to interact effectively with staff, parents, students and community agencies; familiarity with Special Education Master Plan; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Credential:
Mild Moderate Credential, Learning Handicapped Specialist Credential and a Resource Specialist Certificate of Competence or Education Specialist.  CLAD/BCLAD  SADAIE certification desirable.

Education:
Bachelor's degree including all courses needed to meet requirements in the Education Specialist credential area.

Physical Demands:  Walk, look downward, turn neck (up to continuously) sit, bend, (frequently); stand, stoop, squat, reach, push, pull, (Occasionally; kneel, crawl.  Climb (infrequently); grasp/manipulate materials & supplies (continuously); lift items to 10 pounds (frequently), carry to 10 pounds (occasionally), lift/carry to 40 pounds (infrequently) (occasionally for PE and Industrial Arts teachers) use seeing, hearing and speaking (continuous, in class).

Working Conditions:  Indoor classrooms, exposure to: student noise and music, odors of food and science projects, possible communicable diseases or unruly students.  Outdoor schoolyard and grounds, exposure to; temperatures, dust, pesticides and smoke (seasonally)

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

(Revised 2015-16)

 

Hemet Unified School District is one of the largest geographic areas of any district in California. It covers over 650 square miles of very diverse topography; from valley flatlands to foothills to mountains. It serves a growing community with a current enrollment of nearly 21,000 students. Preschool centers at nine school locations, eleven elementary schools (K-5), three elementary/ middle schools (K-8), four middle schools (6-8), four comprehensive high schools (9-12), one continuation high school (11-12), a science-based charter Middle/High School (6-12), an Adult Education Center, Independent Study Programs, a Home School Program, and a self-paced online instruction program offer a wide variety of learning opportunities for students of all ages. Educational programs are designed to be flexible enough to provide a positive educational environment for all students, yet structured enough to ensure attainment of the California Content Standards and A-G requirements. Students also are encouraged to use whatever creative talents they possess. With the support of the community, school staffs have developed highly successful programs in music, agriculture, and athletics. Must possess or be able to obtain a valid California credential authorizing service in Mild Moderate. Must possess or be able to obtain an English Language authorization. (CLAD/BCLAD)