Position Type :
Middle School Teaching / Special Education
Date Posted : 8 / 26 / 2024
Location :
Chillicothe Elementary Center & Junior High
Date Available : 08 / 01 / 2025
Closing Date : 04 / 30 / 2025
Position Purpose
- Under the general supervision of the School Principal and the Special Education Administrator, the special education teacher will provide academic services and supports in both a resource classroom setting and in the general education classroom setting. The special education teacher will collect and analyze student data to develop, implement, and maintain an individual education plan for each student, which will help each student make progress towards their academic and daily independent functioning goals.
Essential Functions
Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.Participates in meetings to develop Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance.Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.Note : The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.Ability to organize and coordinate work.Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.Note : Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.
Qualifications Profile
Certification / License :
LBS I endorsement preferred, or be willing to work with a provisional license in which the LBS I endorsement will be acquired within a given amount of timeEducation :
Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.LBS I endorsement preferredExperience :
Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.FLSA Status : Exempt
