ECE SPED teachers needed!

Basic Function: To act as a Pre-K Special Day Class Teacher for the Special Education Program in Lompoc and Santa Maria locations. Responsibilities include assessment, instruction and evaluation of Special Education students, and consultation with parents. Representative duties: Plan, develop, write and implement individualized educational programs (IEPs) to meet pupil needs, with the active participation, coordination and/or consultation of parents and/or guardians, physicians, therapists, outside agencies and support staff. Instruct or direct the instruction of individuals with exceptional needs; work with students individually or in small groups on goals described in written instructional plans; and identify activities and materials needed to achieve these goals. Plan and implement a program of evaluation to determine academic, social and/or emotional growth; maintain up-to-date cumulative, specialized student records on individual pupil progress; adjust objectives as needed; and revise individualized education program as appropriate. Work closely with other Special Education staff, support personnel, regular teaching staff, and pupil study team, in the assessment and program planning process. Supervise, plan responsibilities, and evaluate performance of instructional assistants and assigned volunteers. Attend scheduled meetings; participate and involve parents in program planning; confer frequently with parents and professional staff members on each pupil's progress. Assume responsibility for the safety and welfare of pupils. Develop and maintain professional relationships with school and staff where program is located. Plan and implement program of maximum integration in school and community settings; interface with core curriculum when appropriate. Attend in-service programs to facilitate continued professional growth. Develop vocational and community training sites, and implement instruction in these sites as appropriate. Provide in-service training for staff and parents regarding instructional programs, as appropriate. Coordinate parent counseling, training and other services through direct communication with parents and other agencies (TCRC, Mental Health, etc.). May provide specialized health care services to medically fragile students as outlined in the student's Individualized Education Plan and under the supervision of the school nurse. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Valid CA Special Education Credential in Early Childhood required or willingness to pursue appropriate certification. This position will be working throughout Santa Barbara County and assignments may change on a day-to-day basis. Schedule: Monday-Friday 37.5-40/hrs a week General Comments Onboarding: SBCEO and Maxim Livescan Proof of MMR and Tdap immunizations TB Flu vaccine or SBCEO Flu dec Once we get everything for us then they onboard with SBCEO and they have additional specific trainings MUST HAVE ECE- if not and is willing they can be a direct hire.

Salary : $9,800 - $10,000