Preschool Early Intervention Classroom Special Education Teacher, Elizabeth Forward 1

This position is responsible for the provision of special education services to eligible preschool-aged children in the preschool special education classroom.  This position conducts screenings and formal developmental evaluations for 3- to 5-year-old children to determine eligibility for preschool early intervention services and is responsible for the development and implementation of special education documents. The Special Education Teacher is knowledgeable of developmentally appropriate practices and effectively communicating and delivering specially designed instruction as per OCDEL service delivery model in specialized and community settings such as preschool, childcare, or home.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Embeds specially designed instruction and differentiates instruction through small and large group activities to align with the students’ individual IEP outcomes and support student progress. 
• Manages the classroom environment by providing leadership and guidance to paraprofessionals to ensure positive student outcomes. 
• Participates in the identification of eligible young children by administering screenings and assessments, and completing Evaluation Report and IEP Development to ensure compliance with Child Find mandate.
• Maintains compliance of required special education paperwork by completing reevaluation reports, IEP development and data collection and other supporting documentation to ensure progress on student outcomes and compliance with local, state and federal regulations. 
• Remains current with new and effective practices, program procedures, laws and regulations by attending professional development to comply with Preschool Early Intervention program requirements.  
• Represents and promotes the AIU and Preschool Early Intervention by partnering with internal and external stakeholders to establish and maintain relationships that effectively support families and advance student outcomes. 

Qualifications:

1. Valid PA certification in Special Education PK-8 required
2. Valid PA certification in Early Childhood PK-4 preferred
3. Experience working with the preschool population in Early Childhood Environments preferred
4. Effective verbal and written communication skills
5. Ability to build trust and positive working relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholder groups
6. Ability to analyze and resolve complex issues, while remaining logical and interpersonal
7. Excellent collaboration and leadership skills
8. Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work under pressure
9. Self-motivator, independent, cooperative, flexible, creative, and responsible
10. Ability to travel throughout the County required
11. Ability to comply with the AIU Conduct policy

Additional Requirements: 

1. Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR clearances required prior to an offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date).
2. School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.

Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Sitting for extended period of time
2. Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling 35 pounds
3. Ability to kneel, crouch, bend and reach to retrieve and handle teaching materials and supplies
4. Moving fingers and hands in a repetitive manner
5. Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating with limited English-speaking customers
6. Hearing clearly
7. Adequate vision to perform duties

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of this position.

Reports To:  Supervisor of Special Education

Department: Preschool Early Intervention

Position Schedule: 190 days, August-August

Salary:  AIUEA Salary Scale

Benefits: AIUEA Benefit Guide

To Apply: Create an on-line application and upload a cover letter, resume, PA Certificate (if applicable) and transcripts at the AIU Career Site.

Please send any questions to: recruitment@aiu3.net

The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or limited English proficiency in its educational programs, services, facilities, activities or employment practices as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 Regulations of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975, Section 204 Regulations of the 1984 Carl D. Perkins Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, or any other applicable federal or state statute.