Special Education Teacher - Resource Room

Special Education Teacher

Goal(s): To provide an appropriate and quality education for identified students with disabilities, with an understanding of special education programming and case management for students with emotional disabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in the appropriate field. Master's Degree preferred.
• 2+ years teaching experience preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of current research, theory, and pedagogy related to students.
• Displays a philosophy consistent with that of the school district.

Certifications

• ME DOE State Licensure (282-conditional considered)
• Valid CHRC

Performance Responsibilities

1. Provide daily specialized instruction (delivery of services) using appropriate curriculum and supplementary materials to meet student's IEPs.
2. Perform all case management responsibilities for students with disabilities on their caseloads:

• Schedule IEP meetings with parents and team. Follow the processes for room reservation, and subs for team members specific to the student's school. Inform the special services administrative assistant of the date and purpose of the meeting.
• Request information from general education teachers and related service providers regarding student progress ahead of the meeting to ensure reports are available should a team member be unable to attend, and to have the necessary information for the written notice.
• Ensure evaluations are sent to parents 3 days before the meeting.
• Introduce and/or facilitate the IEP meeting.
• Take pertinent notes and develop the written notice for the meeting.
• Develop and send to parents progress reports of progress on goals quarterly, along with general education report cards.
• Develop and send all appropriate special education documentation (written notice, IEP, eligibility documentation, consent documentation).

• Communicate with parents of students on caseloads regarding progress or when requested by parents.
• Plan a program schedule for students in consultation with general education classroom teachers as appropriate.
• Provide training, direction, and supervision to education technicians regarding the educational program.
• Organize and maintain the classroom structure to maximize instruction.
• Maintain appropriate classroom management and safety procedures.
• Monitor student behavior across all school settings and provide consultation and assistance as needed.
• Administer, score, and summarize results of assessment measures given to students.
• Establish and maintain a system of evaluating and documenting student progress.
• Act as a resource by providing informal consultation to classroom teachers and other professionals as requested.
• Establish and model positive and open relationships with students, school personnel, and parents.
• Participate in staff development activities and school duties and responsibilities appropriately.

Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in Special Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Masters Degree in related area preferred.

Experience

• 2+ years teaching experience preferred

Working Schedule

• Full-time, 180 days/year

Travel Requirements

• Occasional travel for meetings.

Reports To: Building Principal/Director of Special Services

Salary Range: Starting at $43,721 per Professional Staff CBA. Final rate is determined by candidate qualifications, relevant experience, and skills.

Terms of Employment: As determined annually by the District.

Evaluation: The performance of this job will be evaluated annually per the provision of the Board's Policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Note: The above job description reflects the general requirements necessary to describe the principal functions or responsibilities of the job identified and shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job, either at present or in the future.