Special Education Teacher - Elementary

GARRETT-KEYSER-BUTLER COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

School District Position Description

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:


Full-Time, 183 days per Collective Bargaining Agreement

SUMMARY:


The teacher will seek to accomplish the school district's philosophy of education through instruction and example and provide lessons that meet students' requirements, interests and capabilities. You will take precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities, and keep accurate records in compliance with relevant laws, policies and regulations. You will collaborate with the administration to create and implement rules and policies regulating student conduct.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establishing a developmentally appropriate, positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment that is conducive to learning.
• Advancing positive interpersonal relationships with coworkers and students.
• Communicating proficiently with students.
• Implementing district-adopted curriculum.
• Preparing for assigned classes and providing lessons at designated times.
• Integrating suitable use of technology.
• Administering tests following district testing protocol and providing progress reports.
• Determining and supporting standards of classroom behavior, and upholding district-adopted discipline policies.
• Meeting with students and parents to discuss education-related issues, and attending staff meetings.
• Planning and supervising assignments and activities for student teachers, teacher assistants, and volunteers as required.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Valid state teaching license or ability to obtain appropriate licensing in timeframe designated by school corporation.
• Proficient knowledge of teaching strategies and methods.
• Proficient knowledge of applicable laws, policies, and procedures.
• Excellent people skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Availability to work extended hours on occasions.