Itinerant Special Education Teacher Multi-Categorical w/Autism

Itinerant Special Education Teacher Multi-categorical W/Autism

Hodgesville Elementary School

Provide appropriate instruction to students and ensure that the students meet the learning objectives and standards for the appropriate grade level.

Responsibilities include:

• Planning and implementing the WV College and Career Readiness
• Implementing adopted and supplemental academic programs
• Implementing 21st Century Learning Skills and Technology Tools
• Planning and implementing collaborative models with special education students and teachers
• Planning and implementing designated co-curricular activities and/or programs at the school
• Designing standards driven instruction and using a balanced assessment approach to guide student learning
• Planning and implementing support for personalized learning for all students
• Strong working/communication skills with students, parents and peers
• Willing to implement any other programs designated by principal, central office and WVDE for school improvement
• Establishing and maintaining a safe and appropriate learning environment
• Fulfilling and demonstrating professional growth in the West Virginia High Quality Standards and improvement in professional practice
• Demonstrating an understanding of The Professional Teaching Standards

Special Education Teacher responsibilities include:

• Diagnosing and assessing student needs in accordance with county and state special education procedures
• Conducting progress monitoring and benchmark assessments as required
• Utilizing data in developing and modifying instruction to meet the needs of students
• Developing an IEP for each child placed in his/her program
• Utilizing teaching techniques and classroom strategies to accommodate the exceptionality and various learning styles and modes of his/her students
• Cooperating with other special education and regular classroom teachers in planning and implementing the IEP for individual students
• Performing assignments related to record keeping, reporting, documentation of parent and agency contacts, IEP development and updates and special education reports
• Promoting a positive home/school relationship with parents through regular IEP, parent/teacher conferences, regular progress reports and parent training
• Assisting in the selection of programs, equipment and materials to meet the needs of his/her students
• Utilizing furniture, equipment and facilities in the most effective manner to support the instructional program
• Interacting with students to promote a positive school image to enhance the teaching-learning process
• Promoting positive community relations through effective communication and involvement of community members
• Supervising paraprofessionals, aides and volunteers assigned to his/her classroom
• Working with the principal and supervisory staff in identifying and solving problems related to his/her students

Qualifications include:

• Valid teaching certificate licensing the individual to teach in the specializations and grade levels
• Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18-5-15c and/or §18A-3-10, as appropriate
• Meet the qualifications outlined in WV Code §18A-3-2a
• Maintain up-to-date certification/licensure as per WVBE Policy 5202