26-27 Special Education Teacher_ Mild/Moderate

Job Title: Special Education Teacher Qualifications: Credentials, as required by the State of Oklahoma Reports to: Site Principal and/or Assistant Principal and/or Executive Director of Special Services Performance Responsibilities: Creates an effective classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the developmental levels and interests of students within the limits of the resources of the district. Develops lesson plans and materials aligned to state standards and individual needs of each student. Provides instruction to students, appropriate to the educational program, in assigned locations and at assigned times. Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided, materials available and needs and capabilities of the child. Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities. Cooperates and consults with general education classroom teachers and other staff members in planning instructional goals, objectives, modifications, and accommodations to be used with students in special education. Works to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and the parents concerning both the academic and behavioral progress of assigned students. Participates in evaluative process, eligibility, placement and Individualized Education Plan (IEP) team meetings. Abides by all district, state and federal laws, policies, and procedures, including timely completion of documentation. Maintains confidentiality. Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupil’s progress and interpret the school program. Attends and participates in faculty meetings and professional development activities, and serves on committees as required. Maintains appropriate emotional stability, physical health, personal appearance and personality. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor. Terms of Employment: Number of calendar days and compensation based on approved certified schedule and employee work calendars Evaluation: Evaluation by site principal and/or assistant principal in accordance with BOE Policy DNA Teacher Evaluation Physical Demands: Ability to routinely and continually bend, squat, stand, walk, or climb stairs. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds. Ability to do outside duties in inclement weather. Ability to support and stabilize students with physical disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Anova Education