Certified Special Education - Resource Room, FTE

Position: Certified Special Education - Resource Room, 1.0 FTE
JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION:  Certified Special Education Teacher - Resource Room, 1.0 FTE

LOCATION:

Morgan Middle School

REPORTS TO:

Special Services Director / Building Principal

Purpose

* Plan, prepare and deliver a quality educational program based upon state standards, district curriculum, IEP goals, and effective instruction to students with diverse needs.

Responsibilities

* Planning, preparing, implementing and evaluating instructional activities consistent with established program and/or curriculum objectives and Washington State standards

* Designing and implementing and monitoring IEP and Transition Plans

* Serving as case manager in coordination with the staff, Building Administrators and Special Services Director

* Assisting general education teachers with the process of successfully integrating students

* Demonstrating effective teaching practices, and utilizing appropriate instructional methods and materials suited to the students' aptitudes and interests, and the nature of the learning activities

* Providing clear and intentional focus on subject matter content and curriculum

* Using multiple student data elements to modify instruction and improve student learning

* Providing instruction that centers on high expectation for student achievement

* Exhibiting collaborative and collegial practices focused on improving instructional practice and student learning

* Recognizing individual student learning needs, and developing strategies to address those needs

* Establishing classroom policies and procedures governing student behavior to ensure a safe and positive learning environment

* Providing guidance, counseling and discipline to encourage students to meet the standard of achievement and Conduct

* Communicating and collaborating with students, parents and/or guardians, administration, and other staff members to provide guidance and evaluation and encourage student achievement

* Evaluating and recording student progress, and providing reports for administrative purposes

* Performing other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

* Demonstrated ability to work with behavioral disorders

* Demonstrated knowledge in regard to Special Education regulations and practices

* Demonstrated understanding of the principles of the curriculum

* Demonstrated ability to utilize a variety of instructional strategies and methods appropriate to student learning needs

* Demonstrated ability to align instruction and assessment with Washington State Standards

* Demonstrated ability to integrate subject matter

* Demonstrated effective and positive student behavior management skills

* Demonstrated ability to promote high expectations, maintain a caring attitude and establish a learning environment that enhances academic achievement for all students

* Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships and interact successfully with all school district staff and students

* Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters in an ethical manner

* Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and accept the responsibility of providing effective leadership in a fast paced environment

* Demonstrated ability to problem solve and provide logical solutions in complex situations

* Demonstrated strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

* Demonstrated ability to produce and maintain accurate records

* Demonstrated ability to remain flexible to change in assignment or situations

* Demonstrated high level of computer proficiency and application of technology

* Bilingual skills preferred

* Right Response Trainings Mandatory

* Demonstrated ability to write Behavior Intervention Plans

* Knowledge of Social Thinking methodology preferred

Educational/Vocational Preparation Occupational Certificates/Licenses

* Valid Washington State teaching certificate appropriate to assignment. Endorsements, Special certification and/or license required for specific assignment.

* Must qualify to work in the proximity of children under the conditions of a WSP/FBI background check

* GLAD Training preferred

Acknowledgment

This Job description is intended to provide an overview of the requirements of the position. As such,…