Metro

Special Education Resource Teacher – .5 McAuliffe Elementary & .5 Pinecrest Elementary

FTE: 1.0

Start Date:  August 2023

Position Purpose 
Special education teachers in ISD 200 empower students to build their independence by providing direct instruction in the areas of academics, functional skills, behavior regulation, social/emotional skills and daily living skills in a safe learning environment. Teachers are under the daily supervision of the building Principal and overall supervision of the Director/Assistant Director of Special Services.

Qualifications:

• Required Certification:   K-12 Minnesota licensure in one of the following licensure areas: Academic Behavior Strategist (ABS) or any combination of Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Emotional Behavioral Disorder (EBD)
• Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level and disability areas preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of due process paperwork including Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), Behavior Support Plans, evaluations, and progress reports.
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate with parents, students, staff, and administrators.
• Ability to perform routine computer functions, including using email, Google Suite and due process system.
• Thorough understanding of the laws, rules and regulations of special education.

 Job Responsibilities:

• Employ high expectations for students using a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media.
• Understand and implement learning interventions to meet the varying learning styles and needs of a diverse student population
• Develop and demonstrate culturally responsive practices that lead to equitable outcomes for all students, particularly those groups of students that are over-represented in special education.
• Advocate for students with disabilities to ensure high levels of achievement.
• Demonstrate proactive responses to support students with emotional or behavior regulation difficulties.
• Demonstrate current knowledge of various forms of assistive technology to support students in accessing the appropriate tools for efficiency.
• Collaborate with others to plan, teach and support students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment
  Ability to direct the work of paraprofessionals and an understanding of practices for training and supporting paraprofessionals.
• Facilitate effective IEP team meetings with parents and other professionals.
• Plan and complete comprehensive special education evaluations, including Functional Behavior Assessment.
• Write and implement IEPs and Behavior Support Plans that include measurable goals and appropriate accommodations.
• Demonstrate leadership and effective communication when problem solving students’ needs.
• Proficient in meeting deadlines and managing daily record keeping and other due-process related tasks.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Complete and maintain certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) training, provided by the district.
• Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
• Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

 Additional Duties 

Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Director/Assistant Director of Special Services, and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent

Note:  The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Compensation and Benefits:

See Master Agreement on the website

Apply online at http://www.hastings.k12.mn.us/employment
If you have questions, contact Megan Miller, Director of Special Services
[email protected]  or 651-480-7009

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Position Purpose 

Under the daily supervision of the School Principal and overall supervision of the Director/Assistant Director of Special Services, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, social skills, behavior and emotional regulation while implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students’ specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

Qualifications:

• Required Certification:  State Certification as a Special Education Teacher.
• Preferred Certification:  K-12 Minnesota licensure in one of the following licensure domains:  Emotional Behavior Disorders (EBD)
• Education:  Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Become and maintain certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), training provided by the district
  Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level and disability domains preferred.

Essential Functions 

• Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning, including Functional Behavioral Assessments.
• Participates in Child Study Review Team discussions and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans (“IEP”) for students.
• Leads and directs the implementing of students IEPs and behavior management plans, including leadership and and communication with regard to problem solving and proactive behavioral planning.
• Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
• Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student’s abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
• Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills to parents, students, staff and administrators.
• Ability to work with a team of professionals to meet the needs of students.
• Ability to collaborate with and provide direction to paraprofessionals.
• Proficient in meeting deadlines and managing daily record keeping and other due-process related tasks.
• Understands and implements the varying learning styles and the needs of a diverse student population.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Director/Assistant Director of Special Services, and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note:    The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment 

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Application Procedure:

Apply online at www.hastings.k12.mn.us

If you have questions, contact Megan Miller, Director of Special Services:  [email protected] or 651-480-7009