What are the responsibilities and job description for the Functional Special Education Teacher (Secondary) position at McPherson Unified School?
Position Description
POSITION TITLE : Teacher
FLSA : Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS : Must hold proper state certification
REPORTS TO : Principal and / or other Supervisor
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : New teachers 189 days; returning teachers 187 days with benefits provided according to the Teacher's Negotiated Agreement.
Purpose Statement
The job of the functional special education teacher is done for the purpose(s) of providing support to the instructional process with specific responsibility for facilitating learning for special education students; instructing, assessing, and program planning for students with mild and moderate to severe intellectual disabilities and multiple disabilities; monitoring and evaluating student progress and behavior; researching, obtaining, and providing instructional materials for special education services; serving as a resource for students, parents, and District personnel.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
- Participate in curriculum review and design.
- Implement a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives.
- Diagnose and evaluates student abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner.
- Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
- Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
- Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
- Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
- Refer students for alternative services as provided by the District (ESL, Reading, Special Reading).
- Effectively implement district initiatives.
- Effectively collaborate with department and grade level teachers.
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