Special Education Teacher/Learning Coordinator

Open until filled.

REPORTS TO:             The Principal and Special Ed Director 

SUPERVISES: Students and when assigned Special Education Aide(s)

NATURE AND SCOPE OF JOB:

Assumes professional responsibility for providing specialized learning experiences and supervision of students with disabilities in a supportive and positive classroom climate that develops in each student the skills, attitudes, and knowledge to meet and exceed the State Core Curriculum Content Standards as outlined in the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) for the student, using approved curricula and directives of the school. Achieving academic excellence requires that the Special Education Teacher work collaboratively with other member of the school staff and with the parents of each student.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The Special Education Teacher/ Learning Coordinator shall:

1. Hold a Utah State teaching license, and Special Ed Masters degree with proper license or endorsement or be willing to complete it within 3 years. 
2. Have excellent experience in teaching and working with children with exceptional needs.
3. Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the specialized certification area, including an understanding of the current rules and regulations regarding special education assessment and program requirements.
4. Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.
5. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, children with disabilities, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning and children with exceptional needs.
6. Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Special Education Teacher shall perform all job functions and assume all responsibilities outlined in the Elementary Teacher or Secondary Teacher Job Description. The Special Education Teacher is an integral part of the total school program, and has specific additional professional responsibilities related to the certification held and professional position assigned and shall:

1. Implement the educational program closely related services as outlined in the student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP).
2. Provide an instructional program closely related to and coordinated with the regular program so that all students meet and exceed the State Core Curriculum Content Standards as outlined in the student’s IEP, modifying methods and materials as needed.
3. Maintain records indicating progress of the student in achieving the objectives of the IEP and assist with the evaluation and assessment of the students.
4. Participate in the development and annual review of IEPs. Monitor the implementation, and provide information about completed goals and objectives, communicating closely with parents.
5. Communicate regularly with regular education teachers and paraeducators when a child is mainstreamed. Assist with providing appropriate instruction and modifications, when needed, to accommodate the needs and learning styles of the child.
6. Communicate regularly with the parents to nurture a supportive and cooperative relationship between home and school.
7. Establish the schedule, role, responsibilities, and expectations for paraprofessionals assigned to assist the teacher.
8. Provide a nurturing, supportive, and positive classroom climate that encourages student responsibility, using positive motivation, clear classroom routines, challenging instructional strategies, and effective classroom management techniques. Discipline students in a fair and consistent manner, using school approved procedures. Seek assistance of the parents and the Principal when needed.
9. Plan and adjust the learning experiences accordingly, requesting advice and assistance from specialists when appropriate.
10. Maintain a positive, cooperative, and mutually supportive relationships with the administration, instructional staff, students, parents, and representatives of resource agencies within the community.
11. Ensure the safety and health of all students, notifying the administration of any unsafe conditions, following established procedures.
12. Protect confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties and use discretion in sharing such information within legal confines.
13. Perform any duties that are within the scope of employment and certifications, as assigned by the Principal and assigned supervisor, and not otherwise prohibited by law or regulation.

EVALUATION

The Principal and assigned supervisor shall evaluate the Special Education Teacher in accordance with district policy.

If you need special accommodations in order to attend or participate in the selection process, please contact Nolan Andersen, Human Resource Director, (435) 896-8214. Sevier School District is dedicated to equal opportunity in employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran or disabled status, or any other protected class. Reasonable accommodation will be made as appropriate to enable any employee or applicant for employment to safely and properly perform the job applied for as requested and as appropriate.  Sevier School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications.