Resource Special Education Teacher 1.0 FTE

Job Summary:
The Resource Special Education Teacher provides specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities in a resource room or inclusion setting. They collaborate with general education teachers, parents, and support staff to ensure students meet their individualized education program (IEP) goals and access the general curriculum effectively.

Key Responsibilities:
Instruction & Support:
Provide direct instruction to students with disabilities primarily setting I-II services, in small-group, co-teaching,  or one-on-one settings.
Develop and implement individualized learning plans based on students’ IEPs.
Adapt and modify curriculum to meet diverse learning needs.
Use various teaching strategies, including multi-sensory techniques, differentiated instruction, and assistive technology.
Collaboration & Communication:
Work closely with general education teachers to implement inclusive practices.
Communicate regularly with parents, providing updates on student progress and IEP goals.
Coordinate with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other support staff to ensure comprehensive services.
IEP Development & Compliance:
Participate in IEP meetings and assist in developing goals and accommodations.
Collect data and monitor student progress to adjust instruction accordingly.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and district special education regulations.
Behavior & Classroom Management:
Implement positive behavior support strategies.
Address student behavior issues with appropriate interventions and documentation.
Foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.

Job Summary:
The Center-Based Special Education Teacher is responsible for designing and implementing individualized educational programs (IEPs) for students with special needs in a structured, center-based setting. This role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, adapting curriculum to meet diverse learning needs, and fostering a supportive environment that promotes academic, social, and emotional development. The Shine program is designed to support students with educational needs in functional and academic skills, with instruction provided across various settings, including classrooms, the community, and job sites.

Key Responsibilities:
Instruction & Curriculum Development:
Develop and implement individualized lesson plans aligned with students’ IEP goals.
Modify curriculum and instructional methods to meet the diverse learning needs of students with disabilities.
Utilize evidence-based teaching strategies, assistive technology, and specialized instructional materials.
Assess student progress regularly and adjust instruction accordingly.
Classroom & Behavior Management:
Establish a structured, supportive, and engaging classroom environment.
Implement positive behavior support strategies and individualized Behavior Support Plans (BSP).
Maintain a safe and inclusive learning space for students with varying disabilities.
Collaboration & Communication:
Work closely with paraprofessionals, itinerants, and other support staff to meet student needs.
Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress and IEP goals.
Participate in IEP meetings, evaluations, and interdisciplinary team discussions.
Compliance & Documentation:
Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and IEP documentation.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local special education laws and regulations.
Administer assessments to track academic and developmental progress.

Job Summary:
The Center-Based Special Education Teacher is responsible for designing and implementing individualized educational programs (IEPs) for students with special needs in a structured, center-based setting. This role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, adapting curriculum to meet diverse learning needs, and fostering a supportive environment that promotes academic, social, and emotional development.

Key Responsibilities:
Instruction & Curriculum Development:
Develop and implement individualized lesson plans aligned with students’ IEP goals.
Modify curriculum and instructional methods to meet the diverse learning needs of students with disabilities.
Utilize evidence-based teaching strategies, assistive technology, and specialized instructional materials.
Assess student progress regularly and adjust instruction accordingly.
Classroom & Behavior Management:
Establish a structured, supportive, and engaging classroom environment.
Implement positive behavior support strategies and individualized Behavior Support Plans (BSP).
Maintain a safe and inclusive learning space for students with varying disabilities.
Utilize data from Functional Behavioral Assessments to facilitate the creation and implementation of effective Behavior Support Plans (BSP).
Collaboration & Communication:
Work closely with paraprofessionals, itinerants, and other support staff to meet student needs.
Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress and IEP goals.
Participate in IEP meetings, evaluations, and interdisciplinary team discussions.
Compliance & Documentation:
Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and IEP documentation.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local special education laws and regulations.
Administer assessments to track academic and developmental progress.

Description:  The Teacher develops material and lesson plans, conducts classroom instruction and evaluates and assess student performance. The incumbent meets with parents, interprets student progress, and informs parents/guardians about student strengths, weaknesses, and progress.

Job Summary:
1.    Plans instruction and other student support activities, including the establishment of overall goals and priorities, lesson plans, classroom activities (i.e., laboratory experiments, media presentations, etc.) and daily lesson plans, as applicable to the teacher’s particular assignment. Such plans should be consistent with the School District/department goals and objectives; should consider the needs and abilities of the students; and should incorporate basic components of lesson design, as appropriate. Reviews, selects, and modifies materials and resources consistent with instructional objectives and students’ participation so that lesson plans and instructional materials developed are consistent with School District/department goals and objectives.
2.    Provides instruction to students in a manner which incorporates essential elements of instruction, i.e., teaching specific objectives, teaching at appropriate levels of difficulty, including methods of extending students’ thinking, uses techniques to monitor student progress and adjusts instruction accordingly, and correctly employs various principles of learning so that classroom instruction effectively meets the needs of students consistent with School District objectives.
3.    Establishes behavior expectations and maintains student control in the classroom, on school premises, and/or in school activities by communicating expectations for appropriate behavior. Provides structure and consistency and encourages student responsibility, cooperation, and mutual respect in a manner consistent with School District policies and procedures and legal requirements so that the learning environment is successful.
4.    Participates in parent/teacher conference. Maintains grade book to demonstrate student strengths, weaknesses, and/or problems that the student may be experiencing in the classroom so that parents are informed of student’s strengths, weaknesses, problems, and progress.
5.    Collaborates with other professional staff regarding the needs of students by communicating accurately, preserving confidentiality of information, and sharing best teaching practices and new teaching techniques or procedures available so that effective professional work relationships properly meet the needs of students.
6.    Develops student tests and evaluates results. Determines student grades for instructional units and reports grades to parents at School District assigned time.
7.    Develops and maintains adequate knowledge of the subject(s) taught or support service rendered and demonstrates an understanding of how the subject(s) or support services fit into the overall School District and department philosophy, objectives, and curriculum in order to maintain professional competency in assigned subject matters.
8.    Pursues professional development activities to broaden and deepen knowledge of content and teaching skills and continually identifies professional needs and develops strategies to meet these needs so that there is optimum professional growth and development of teaching skills.
9.    Records and maintains proper records in order to provide accurate information.
10.  Other job related duties as assigned.