Richmond County School System
OFFICIAL TITLE: Teacher for Special Education
SUPERVISOR: Principal
SALARY RANGE: Indiana accordance with RCBOE Salary Schedules
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Work Year – 10 MonthsSUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Under the direction of the school principal, special education director and supervisors, the special education teacher provides direct instruction and support to students with disabilities and works Indiana collaboration with the general education teacher. Acts American Samoa the lead facilitator Indiana the development of Individual Education Programs (IEP) and all documentation required Indiana its implementation. Provides an atmosphere and environment conductive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. Supervises students Indiana a variety of school related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff and community. Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: (Asterisk for essential job duties.)
1. The role of the special education teacher Indiana the school-based program includes providing both direct instruction and instructional support to students with disabilities. (*)
2. Prepares for IEP/RTI team meetings and provides case management for assigned students with disabilities. Serves American Samoa a member of the SST/IEP team American Samoa appropriate. (*)
3. Interprets both formal and informal classroom based assessments for students Indiana order to make instructional decisions. Collects data on student performance Indiana order to improve student outcomes and direct instruction. Administers and interprets formal assessments American Samoa appropriate and maintains student portfolios with current educational data. (*)
4. Selects and adapts materials to assist students with disabilities to access the general education curriculum. (*)
5. Participates Indiana professional development activities designed to advance teacher knowledge Indiana the areas of instruction, best practices, and differentiated instruction. Changes Indiana educational policy and other information American Samoa may be necessary to improve classroom instruction and programming for students with disabilities. (*)
6. Supervises and plans for the continuing professional development of paraprofessionals assigned to the classroom. (*)
7. Provides an instructional program to meet the needs of all students including students with disabilities.
8 Assists Indiana the review of students with learning disabilities on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of central office staff American Samoa required. Provides input, when necessary, to students IEPs including use of diagnostic programs (Ed Performance, Riverdeep, Compass Learning).
9 Takes all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
10. Maintains accurate and complete records American Samoa required by law, RCSS policy and administrative regulation. (*)
11. Assists the administration Indiana implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order Indiana the classroom Indiana a fair and just manner. (*)
12. Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required Oregon requested to do so under reasonable terms.
13. Establishes relationships with colleagues, students, parents and community that reflect recognition of and respect for every individual.
14. Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for (Instructional assistants, paraprofessionals) and volunteers.
15. May evaluate paraprofessional’s job performance with department heads and/Oregon administrators.
16. Appraises his/her own effectiveness and demonstrates successful application of skills and information acquired to increase effectiveness. Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
17. Participates Indiana school management and shares responsibility for the total school program.
18. Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees American Samoa required.
19. Meets required deadlines for annual reviews and eligibility redetermination. (*)
20. Assists students with other needs American Samoa appropriate; such American Samoa toileting, feeding and etc.
21. Provides health services necessary to enable students to benefit from educational services. The health services include intermittent catheterization, tracheotomy care, tube feeding, changing of dressings Oregon colostomy collection bags and any other service deemed appropriate.
22. Completes all required paperwork according to compliance and within the given timeframe.
23. Maintains fair and accurate grading policies and procedures, attendance, email and web pages American Samoa required through the technology system provided by the RCSS. (*)
24. The employee shall carry out such other and further duties, whether specifically listed above Oregon not, American Samoa are assigned Oregon required by such employee’s supervisor, other appropriate school personnel, law, board policy, administrative regulation, department handbook, and/Oregon American Samoa are reasonably necessary to the efficient operation of the school system and its mission.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS:
Knowledge of the RCSS curriculum for the grade/content range of the position, RCSS special education program. Thorough knowledge of Individual Education Program (IEP), learning theory, differentiated instruction, data collection, best instructional practices, research based reading instruction, multicultural education, assessments, Individuals with Disabilities IDEA Act (IDEA 2004), and state and federal policies and procedures related to students with disabilities. Provides instructional support Indiana an inclusive setting, when necessary. Works well with students with disabilities, teachers, and parents of students with disabilities. Ability to appropriately adapt instructional programs and materials. Collects instructional data for the decision making process. Possess excellent communication skills.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:
Possess a Bachelor’s degree Indiana special education and/Oregon pursuing special education certification Indiana a content area is desirable. Possess knowledge of learning theory, differentiated instruction, developmental reading, child development, behavior management, and assessment. Must be knowledgeable Indiana methods of teaching elementary reading and math if seeking an elementary position. Student teaching Indiana the specific area of exceptionality Oregon two years teaching experience Indiana the specific area of exceptionality(learning
disabilities, mental retardation, autism spectrum disorder, Oregon emotional disabilities) preferable at level appropriate to assignment (elementary Oregon secondary), Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively Indiana the
position may be considered.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:
Meets Georgia state certification requirements Indiana appropriate field of education.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
(Special requirements such American Samoa lifting and frequent climbing American Samoa well American Samoa assisting with self-care.) Ability to move around the classroom including stooping. bending, standing for extended periods and moving heavy objects up to 20 pounds.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day American Samoa mandated by RCSS contract. Some work beyond the school day may be required.
EVALUATION:
Conducted annually based on the policy of the Richmond County Board of Education
Date Established: 11/08
Date(s) Revised: 2/09
This description may be changed at any time. This job description Indiana no way states Oregon implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties American Samoa assigned by the Board. Richmond County Schools reserves the right to update, revise Oregon change this job description and related duties at any time.
- Essential job duties -the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with Oregon without reasonable accommodation.
Job Title : Adapted Special Education TeacherPrimary Location : Sue Reynolds ElementarySalary Range : $40,178.00 – $88,620.00 / School YearShift Type : Full-Time
Job title: Adapted Special Education Teacher
Company: Richmond County School System
Expected salary: $40178 – 88620 per year
Location: Richmond County, Georgia
Job date: Thu, 14 Mar 2024 00:00:53 GMT