PreK-Special Education Teacher; resource

Community Based Preschool Special Education Teacher JOB INFORMATION

POSITION TYPE

Certified

DAYS WORKED

190 days/10 months

DEPARTMENT/LOCATION

Special Education

GRADE (SALARY RANGE)

In accordance with the RCBOE Salary Schedules

CONTRACTED STATUS

Contract

FLSA Status

Exempt

Reports To

Director

Supervises

N/A

Education: Possess a bachelor's degree in special education and/or pursuing special education certification in a content area is desirable.

Certification or Licensure: Meets Georgia state certification requirements in appropriate field of education. Special Education Preschool Endorsement preferred.

Skills: Knowledge of learning theory, differentiated instruction, developmental reading, child development, behavior management, and assessment. Must be knowledgeable in methods of teaching elementary reading and math if seeking an elementary position.

Work Experience: Student teaching in the specific area of exceptionality or two years teaching experience in the specific area of exceptionality (learning disabilities, mental retardation, autism spectrum disorder, or emotional disabilities) preferable at level appropriate to assignment (elementary or secondary), other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

Under direction of the director of special education and special education supervisor, the preschool special education teacher provides direct and indirect services/instruction to students with disabilities and their families in a home‑based or community/facility‑based setting and works in collaboration with the general education teacher. Facilitates in the evaluation and Individual Education Program (IEP) process.

• May serve as an inclusion teacher in a general education preschool setting.
• Assist with screening and evaluation of students when requested.
• Prepare initial evaluation reports as requested.
• Serve as a member of the Eligibility/IEP team to assist in determining programs and/or placements for students with disabilities. Prepare, review, and present evaluation report and draft goals and objectives at staff meetings in collaboration with parents, teachers, and other support agencies.
• Assume responsibility for planning, evaluation, and supervision for the performance of the paraprofessional.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, RCSS policy and procedures. Maintain lesson plans, progress reports, home visit/community-based reports, data sheets, time sheets, travel reports and other documents.
• Develop curriculum, select and/or adapt instructional materials and equipment for maintenance of student educational programming.
• Identify additional needs of students and/or families and make referrals or seek consultation from the person responsible for addressing this need.
• Deliver services and provide appropriate instruction to students as specified in the IEP.
• Participate in professional development activities designed to advance teacher knowledge in the areas of instruction, best practices, and differentiated instruction. Incorporate changes in educational policy and other information as may be necessary to improve classroom instruction and programming for students with disabilities.
• Establish and maintain contact with outside service providers working with a student on the teacher’s caseload in order to provide an integrated educational program.
• Establish relationships with colleagues, students, parents and community members that reflect recognition of and respect for every individual.
• Participate in preschool/Pre‑K conferences, RTI/SST meetings, and other events within the regular education process as part of the consultation process for current students or the transition process for past students who are being monitored.
• Collaborate with special education personnel in appropriate assignment and educational planning of students with disabilities, recognizing that early detection and remediation of individual problems will prevent later difficulties.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on staff…