Middle/High School Special Education Teacher

Idaho Arts Charter School has an opening for a Special Education Teacher at the middle/high school grade level to To assist the district in providing an educational program that is sensitive to the needs of all students within the requirements of federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy.  Idaho certification in Special Education K-12 is required.

Position Purpose
Assess student needs, lead IEP Team to develop IEP,  and provide specially designed instruction to students identified as eligible for special education instructional services to help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their social, emotional, and academic development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Work with teams to identify and assess/evaluate students who qualify for Special Education.
• Provide special education services to eligible students.
• Develop and implement on an ongoing basis the Individual Education Plan for each student assigned to the special education programs.
• Develop appropriate, measurable learning goals and objectives for students to progress in the general education curriculum that is compliant with the Idaho State Department of Education requirements.
• Coordinate with General Education Teachers to ensure accommodations are being implemented in General Education Classes, Assist General Education Teachers to provide modifications to the general education curriculum as outlined in IEPS, and collaborate and assist with interventions across settings.  
• Oversight, Supervision, and Coordination of Paraprofessionals. 
• Meet all IEP and eligibility timelines.
• Provide direct instruction to students to meet the specified IEP annual goals and short-term objectives that have been aligned to the general education standards or alternate standards.
• Actively seek out services and support staff necessary to assist in meeting the IEP goals and objectives for individual students.
• Monitor student progress at least weekly.
• Document and communicate pupil progress to parents, regular classroom teachers, and other appropriate personnel at least as often as progress is reported for general education students.
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences.
• Plan and participate in each student’s annual review.
• Participate in a multidisciplinary team with school, appropriate community personnel, parents, and students when appropriate.
• Provide the necessary record-keeping documents as required by the Federal, State, and Emmett School District rules and regulations.
• Ensure an orderly learning environment through effective teaching and management practices.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques to address the needs and capabilities of the individual or students involved.
• Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with building administrators, other building teachers, and support personnel.
• Participate in in-service activities and other staff development activities to enhance professional growth.
• Plan and supervise the purposeful assignment for the paraeducator(s) and volunteers and provide evaluative data regarding their job performance.
• Know and follow school policy and the chain of command
• Understand and implement the Idaho Special Education Manual
• Acts ethically and confidentially in all aspects of employment.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Note:  The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.

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. 
• Knowledgeable about Functional Behavior Analysis, Developing, and Implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students. 
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents. 
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work. 

Qualifications Profile
   Certification/License:  

• Idaho State Certification as a Special Education Teacher. 

   Education:

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment. 

   Experience:  

• Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.