Special Education - Long Term Substitute Teacher

WILKINSBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT

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718 Wallace Avenue, Wilkinsburg, PA 15221

* Long Term Substitute - Special Education Teacher
* * School Year
* * SUMMARY

DESCRIPTION:

* Wilkinsburg School District is a small urban public school district.

* Salary & Benefits
* Teacher salaries at WBSD are equitable, transparent, and are in alignment with the District’s Wilkinsburg Education Agreement. Salary for this position is at Step I $53,110.

* Summary
* Under the supervision and direction of the Building Principal, the Long Term Substitute Special Education Teacher will be responsible for developing & implementing strategies to meet the individual needs of students. This includes instructing students in academic subjects according to the school curriculum, using various techniques based on the Individualized Education Plan (IEP). The Special Education Teacher will plan instruction and schedule lessons according to the student’s IEP, the grade-level schedule, and the approved curriculum.

S/he will also ensure that objectives for all lessons, units, and projects are demonstrated on lesson plans and provide a balanced instructional program.

The Long Term Substitute Special Education Teacher supports the advancement of student achievement by demonstrating a commitment to providing a safe, inclusive, and welcoming school environment that recognizes and celebrates the diverse identities and abilities of all members of our school community. Thereby supporting the furtherance of the district’s mission, “Promote academic excellence and to enhance the physical, intellectual, socio-emotional, and cultural growth of students for personal success.”

* Essential Functions
* * Develop & implement strategies to meet the needs of each individual student.

* Instruct students in academic subjects according to school curriculum and planned courses using a variety of techniques (e.g., multi-sensory, repetition, etc.) to meet the students’ varying needs and interests as guided by the Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

* Instruct students in daily living skills required for independent maintenance and self- sufficiency, such as hygiene, safety, etc.

* Modify the curriculum as needed to reflect instructional levels.

* Implement opportunities for students to experience a variety of instructional techniques and methods.

* Plan and schedule lessons according to the daily schedule and approved curriculum. Assure that objectives for all lessons, units, and projects are articulated on lesson plans.

* Confer with parents, administrators, Building Principal, School Psychologist, and other professionals as part of the IEP Team to develop Individual Education Programs (IEP) for each student on the assigned caseload.

* Confer with teachers and staff to develop plans to assist with supporting and encouraging pro-social student behaviors in the classroom.

* Establish an organized classroom management plan and create effective reinforcement systems for individual students and groups of students.

* Observe and collect data daily for IEP goals, student behavior, and academic performance.

* Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their child’s progress, and to determine priorities for their child’s education.

* Maintain and update progress monitoring as required.

* Monitor and supervise teacher aides and paraprofessionals to ensure they adhere to effective classroom practices and school policy and program requirements.

* Provide virtual instruction as needed.

* Respond to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing appropriate personnel for resolution.

* Demonstrate professionalism and maintain good moral character in and beyond the classroom/building.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

* Qualifications
* * Must hold a current, valid Pennsylvania Special Education PK-12 (9225) Teaching Certificate or Mental and/or Phys Handicapped K-12 (9235) Teaching Certificate AND a current, valid Pennsylvania Instructional I Elementary K-6 Teaching Certificate

* Complete all required criminal and child abuse background checks prior…