What are the responsibilities and job description for the Long Term Substitute - Special Education Inclusion Teacher position at Wilmington Public Schools?
•Demonstrates a strong knowledge of program design, curriculum and instruction, and behavior management
•Support/Provide instruction in the inclusion setting
•Complete academic assessments for evaluation meetings (initials, reevaluations, additional assessments) as needed
•Facilitate special education meetings
•Plan effective instructional strategies for adapting or modifying the general curriculum to meet the various needs of individual students
•Participate in curriculum development as required
•Participate in the development of, and oversee implementation of IEP'S for students eligible for special education
•Conduct academic assessments/evaluations of student abilities and needs and serves as a member of IEP meetings
•Collect and analyze student performance data to determine the extent to which student IEP goals and objectives are being met
•Assist students with both academic and social/emotional goals as stated in Individualized Education Plans
•Develop personal relationships with the student's parents or guardians and works to establish with them an understanding and cooperative relationship based on the student's individual needs.
•Excellent interpersonal skills to consult effectively with educational assistants, teachers, administration, and parents
•Maintain the integrity of confidential information regarding students
•Understanding and familiarity with the Special Education process and regulations
•Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
•Strives to implement by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education, instructional goals, and objectives.
•Do baseline testing to determine educational needs and develop a strategic plan to address weaknesses.
•Maintains accurate, complete records
•Other duties as assigned by the building administrator
