Special Education Teacher, K-4

JOB TITLE : SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER, K-4

REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university

Valid, current Nebraska teaching certificate

Training and / or experience in special education teaching

REPORTS TO : Building Principal and Special Education Director

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM : Building Principal and Special Education Director

JOB GOAL : To enable students who are learning disabled and mild / moderately handicapped to derive the best possible educational experience from school through appropriate remediation, curriculum modification, direct special education instruction, and co-teaching

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : Nine month year or as established by the Board of Education

EVALUATION : Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of administrative guidelines and evaluated by building principal and / or special education coordinator

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Consistent and punctual "on site" attendance at the worksite is an essential job function
• Team teaches and provides consultation to classroom teacher, parents, principal, and supervisor
• Maintains a dual role of working with individual or small groups of students and working with the classroom teacher to provide a coordinated program
• Coordinate with other building personnel to assure that adequate communication is maintained with each student's parents or guardians to keep them informed of progress and programs
• Update Individualized Educational Programs in accordance with Rule 51 : Rules and Standards Governing Special Education Programs
• Serve as an active member of the multi-disciplinary team
• Collects assessment data and uses it effectively
• Teaches or works toward effective carry-over of skills to the regular classroom
• Keeps accurate records of attendance and progress
• Assists in modification of regular classroom assignments and school activities so students can respond effectively
• Provides suggestions and modified materials to other teachers and supportive personnel
• Be able to communicate both orally and in writing the objectives to be carried out
• Exhibits patience, openness, and concern in dealing with children
• Exhibits tact and self-control in dealing with parents and teachers
• Request and / or coordinate additional services or resources deemed necessary for children with learning problems
• Shows enthusiasm and initiative
• Willing to spend time outside the regular school day to assist students and supervise school activities

OCCASIONAL

OTHER REQUIREMENTS (Intellectual, Sensory) :