SDC Mild/Moderate Teacher

CERTIFICATED SERVICE JOB SPECIFICATION

JOB CLASS : TEACHER

LEVEL : I

POSITION TITLE : SPECIAL EDUCATION / SPECIAL DAY CLASS

CLASS DEFINITION :

Positions in this class are characterized by their association with direct instruction process for students in the special education classroom. Positions within this class require the ability to work with special needs children in the classroom under the general supervision of the site or service administrator. Within this class, levels are differentiated by the credentials, degree of skills and expertise required to perform successfully within the assignment.

POSITION DEFINITION :

Under general supervision to provide instruction to special needs students within credential authorized service; supervise the classroom and playground activities of special needs students; plan as necessary with other staff members for the effective delivery of instruction for special needs students; maintain records to demonstrate and evaluate special needs students educational / social / emotional progress; work with the staff members, parents and other specialists necessary to develop the Individual Educational Plan of each assigned students, and to do related work as required.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES :

• Provide daily instruction to students in authorized and assigned subject areas
• Provide for adequate planning for students' instructional programs both long and short term
• Provide an orderly, functional and attractive learning environment for students
• Implement the I.E.P. of each student
• Work cooperatively with others in the school to provide for coordinated services for students
• Maintain necessary records to evaluate student learning and periodically report that progress to the parent / student / supervisor
• Maintain regular contact with the parents / guardians about student progress
• Conduct I.E.P. meetings as necessary or required
• Maintain high level of skill and expertise in the subject matters assigned to teacher and in strategies by which to teach those subjects
• Implement district and school policies regarding the instruction of students
• Provide assessment for students in accordance with policies and laws relating to this area
• Maintain a high level of expertise in the area of special needs of disabled students

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS :

Education and Experience :

Required is a B.A. / B.S. degree from an accredited college or University and a teaching credential authorizing service in a special day / special education classroom.

Knowledge and Abilities :

Knowledge of and the ability to apply current teaching techniques in a variety of areas, strong subject matter knowledge, laws and applicable sections of Federal rules and regulations, State Education Code and District and school policies, as well as the Board's goals and objectives. The abilities to relate in a positive manner with students, to discipline students fairly and firmly, to communicate in an effective manner with parents, students and other professionals, understand and follow both oral and written directions, work within an established schedule, maintain and interpret records, work confidentially, read, interpret and follow regulations, policies and procedures and work cooperatively with others in the school and district setting.

Licenses and other Requirements :

Valid child / adult CPR certificate, NCPI training

PHYSICAL ABILITIES :

SALARY SCHEDULE : Certificated Annual / Monthly

EVALUATED BY : Site or Service Administrator

EVALUATION REVIEWED BY : Superintendent or designee

Requirements / Qualifications

Appropriate California Credential

CLAD / ELA authorization