Special Education Teacher

Soda Springs Joint School District •Southeast / Pocatello •Special Education •Secondary •Full Time •Apply no later than 6/1/2023•Posted 10M ago

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SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER1TITLE: SPECIALEDUCATION TEACHERQUALIFICATIONS:1.Early Childhood/Early Childhood Special Education Blended Certificate or ExceptionalChild Certificate2.Strong background in teaching methods, developmentally appropriateclassroomactivities, and effective classroom management3.Strong background in behavior management, curriculum, and writing and implementingIndividualized Education Plans4.Strong background in federal and state law, administrative rules, and Boardpolicypertaining to special education5.Ability to lift up to forty pounds and push and pull up to one hundred pounds6.Knowledge of the diverse needs of children with disabilities and appropriate specialeducation classroom practices7.The ability to work with students with emotional, physical, and mental disabilities8.Ability to instruct studentsone-on-one and small group situations9.Demonstrated knowledge of subject matterand effective teaching methods10.Strong background in curriculum and the Idaho Core Standards11.Strong background in the integration of technology with instruction and in creating andcompleting required reports12.Ability to maintain a positive learning environment13.Workwell with students, staff, and the public14.Excellent organizational skills15.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills16.Able to work under deadlines17.Maintain confidentiality of staff and studentsPRIMARYRESPONSIBILITY TOBuilding Principal and Director of Special ServicesJOB SUMMARYTo provide students with a daily and ongoing instructional program that will provide for themthe best possible academic knowledge and skills. To help pupils to develop skills, attitudes, andknowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continued education according to theguidelines outlined in each student’s Individual Education Plan.MAJOR DUTIES ANDRESPONSIBILITIESInstruction1.Preparefor assigned classes2.Designlessons with an appropriate level of difficulty which provide content in a logicaland sequential manner3.Employ a variety of instructional techniques and mediaconsistent with the physicallimitations of the classroom and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or studentgroups involved4.Meetand instructassigned classes in the locations and at the times designatedSPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER25.Identifypupil needs and provideinstruction appropriate to those needs6.Analyze and interpret student data to develop and modify instructional activities7.Follow modifications and accommodations as specified in Individual Education Plans(IEPs)8.Devise written and oral assignments and tests that require analytical and critical thinkingas well as the reproduction of facts, and use them to evaluate student progress on aregular basis9.Prepare students academically for all district, state, and federal testing10.Displaycommand of the subject matter11.Budgetclass time effectivelyOther Duties to Students1.Encouragestudents to strive to meet their highest potential2.Establish and communicate classroom rules, and encourage students to set and maintainstandards of classroom behavior3.Engagechildren in conversation to encourage language development4.Make provisions for being available to students and parents for education-relatedpurposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so underreasonable terms5.Workto establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and theirparents concerning both the academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students6.Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials,and facilities7.Assist, where appropriate, in loading and unloading the special education pupil fromtransportation buses or vansProfessional Contacts and Activities1.Attend and participatein faculty meetings2.Organize a meetingat least once annually with the case manager, parents, and otherprofessional staff to review and revise theIEPand placement of each assigned pupil3.Keepimmediate supervisor informed of activities and any issues that may arise4.Cooperatewith other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, curriculum,objectives, and methods5.Provideneeded and requested information on a timely and effective basisSpecial Education-Specific Duties1.Provideinstruction to classified pupils in accordance with each pupil's IndividualizedEducation Program(IEP)2.Workcooperatively with regular education teaching staff to coordinate instructionalactivities and to monitor the progress of each pupil3.Providesupport instruction in the regular classroom or the resource center as assigned4.Coordinateand cooperate with other members of the staff in the development ofadaptations, modifications, accommodations, and instructional methods5.Providehome instruction to confined special education pupils as assigned6.Consultwith members of the child study team regarding each pupil's educationalprogram, academic program and personal growthSPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER37.Plan, coordinate, and lead the implementation of IEPs including modifications andaccommodations8.Participate in the development of the District's plan for special education9.Evaluate student progress on a regular basis, as indicated on IEP’s, and as often asgeneral education students are evaluated and informed of their progress10.Assistin the evaluation of students referred for special education services11.Maintainaccurate, complete, and correct records in accordance with applicable federaland state law, (including IDEA, ADA,and504), administrative rules, andBoardpolicy12.Input data in a timely fashionOther1.Assistin upholding and enforcing school rules2.Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development byattendance atprofessional meetings, membership in professional organizations,enrollment in advanced courses, and by reading professional journals and otherpublications3.Adhere to The Code of Ethics of the Idaho Teaching Profession adopted by theProfessional Standards Commission and the State Board of Education4.Seek assistance should emergencies arise5.Represent the school district in a positive manner6.Know and follow school district policy and chain of command7.Perform other duties as assignedEVALUATIONPerformance of this position will be evaluated annually by the building principaland/ordirectorof special servicesin conformance with District policy andIDAPA 08.02.02.120.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENTBy contract as determined by the Board of Trustees in accordance with federal and state law,administrative rules, andBoardpolicy.NOTEAll certificated and non-certificated employees and other individuals are required to undergo acriminal history check and submit to fingerprinting. Any applicant convicted of any of the felonycrimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code may not be hired, and any applicantconvicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.Legal Reference:I.C. § 33-512Governance of SchoolsI.C. § 33-513Professional PersonnelI.C. § 33-515Issuance of Renewable ContractsI.C. § 33-1201Certificate RequiredI.C. § 33-1210Information on Past Job PerformanceIDAPA 08.02.02.019Early Childhood/Early Childhood SpecialEducation Blended CertificateSPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER4IDAPA 08.02.02.028Exceptional Child CertificateIDAPA 08.02.02.120Local District Evaluation Policy—Teacherand Pupil Personnel Certificate Holders

Education required

Bachelor's Degree - Idaho Teaching Certificate

Benefits

Placement on the Idaho Career Ladder and a full benefit package is included.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Soda Springs Joint School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.