What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shasta Elementary School Special Education Teacher position at Klamath County School District?
This job description applies to elementary, middle, and high school teachers, unless otherwise identified by a specific teaching assignment in an alternate job description. Additional responsibilities and qualifications may be added for a specific position by the supervisor.
Physical ability to adhere to OSHA and district safety regulations. Work within the district's communicable disease control plan (blood borne pathogens) and be aware of the existence and potential exposure to hazardous chemicals as identified on the MSDS sheets. This position is considered a safety sensitive position.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
DOMAIN 1 : Planning and Preparation
1a Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy
- Content knowledge
- Prerequisite relationships
- Content pedagogy
1b Demonstrating Knowledge of Students
1c Setting Instructional Outcomes
1d Demonstrating Knowledge of Resources
1e Designing Coherent Instruction
1f Designing Student Assessments
DOMAIN 2 : The Classroom Environment
2a Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport
2b Establishing a Culture for Learning
2c Managing Classroom Procedures
2d Managing Student Behavior
2e Organizing Physical Space
DOMAIN 3 : Instruction
3a Communicating With Students
3b Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques
3c Engaging Students in Learning
3d Using Assessment in Instruction
3e Demonstrating Flexibility and Responsiveness
DOMAIN 4 : Professional Responsibilities
4a Reflecting on Teaching
4b Maintaining Accurate Records
4c Communicating with Families
4d Participating in a Professional Community
4e Growing and Developing Professionally
4f Showing Professionalism
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
1. Provide high quality specially designed instruction to students according to student's IEPs
2. Conduct observation and complete reports to determine eligibility in categories measured through response-tointervention model
3. Develop IEPs that are strength-based as well as child centered for overall educational improvement
4. Lead IEP team meetings
5. Ensure IEPs and service delivery align with district, state, and federal guidelines
6. Maintain appropriate data collection and complete progress reports as frequently as progress is monitored in the general education setting
7. Maintain schedules for pull-out services for students and paraprofessionals
8. Provide educational direction to paraprofessionals for individual and small group instruction
9. Contribute productively to the school as a whole
10. Assignment may require travel between schools
11. Pursue continuous professional growth.
12. Adheres to all standards established by Teachers Standards and Practices Commissions for Competent and Ethical
Educator.
13. Adhere to all Oregon Administrative Rules related to licensed educators.
14. Maintain appropriate licenses and training hours as required.
15. Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
16. Other duties as assigned.
Position to begin in the 2025 / 2026 school year
COMPENSATION :
Closing date : Open Until Filled
Start date : August 25, 2025
Application materials will remain confidential. Reference check emails will be sent.
Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided on request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Klamath County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $49,907 - $91,207
