What are the responsibilities and job description for the Content Area Teacher- Math, Grades 7-12 (2023-2024 School Year) position at West Bay Collaborative?
Description
PLACEMENT: Upper School
REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education/Program Administrator
WORK YEAR REQUIREMENTS: 185 day school year
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with Special Educator and other subject area teachers to provide instruction to students using the Common Core Standards
- Implement and follow students Individualized Education Plans and 504 Plans
- Attend IEP and other meetings to present students’ current levels of performance and identify future needs as requested
- Work with educators and other staff to develop structures and procedures that will enable students with social/emotional and mental health needs to succeed in school and in the community
- Implement, modify, and report on those procedures for identified students
- Collect data as needed to monitor efficacy of individual behavioral programs
- Communicate expectations and outcomes to students, staff and families on a regular basis
- Work directly with students at-risk to help them develop appropriate coping strategies and conflict resolution skills
- Provide support to staff and students in the event of a safety-related incident, including, when necessary, the use of appropriate physical intervention
- Support students in their efforts to complete classroom work and to achieve their annual and long-term academic goals
- Perform duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education/Program Administrator
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certification or eligible for certification from the Rhode Island Department of Education in Secondary Math grades 7-12; additional certification in Special Education preferred
- Knowledge of, and experience with multiple teaching techniques and methods to modify classroom instruction to meet students’ needs
- Experience using technology in the classroom to enhance student learning
- Relevant work experience and effectiveness with a population that exhibits challenging behaviors
- Knowledge and understanding of health, safety and emergency procedures in a school environment
- Training and competency in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention or ability to successfully complete training upon being hired
West Bay Collaborative is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
