iep coordinator

Prince William County Public Schools

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div>SPECIAL ED - LEVEL 1 (GENERAL CURRICULUM TEACHER) - 195 DAY</div>
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</div></div><div></div><div><div><div><div>JOB STATUS:</div> <div>OPEN</div>
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<div><div>EFFECTIVE:</div> <div>2026-27</div>
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<div><div>POSTING DATE:</div> <div>12/30/2025</div>
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<div></div><div><div>POSTING NUMBER:</div> <div>00057277</div>
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<div><div>SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT:</div> <div>Woodbridge ES</div>
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<div><div>LOCATION:</div> <div>Woodbridge,VA</div>
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<div><div>POSITION TITLE:</div> <div>SPECIAL ED - LEVEL 1 (GENERAL CURRICULUM TEACHER) - 195 DAY</div>
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<div><div>ADDITIONAL</div>
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<div><div>INFORMATION/REQUIREMENTS:</div>
<p>An essential function of this position is the ability to work in person and physically report for work on site.</p><br>
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<div><div>JOB SUMMARY:</div> <div>This position develops and implements effective instructional practices based on the needs identified in students&acirc;&euro;&trade; Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). This position develops, implements and monitors the students&acirc;&euro;&trade; Individualized Education Programs in collaboration with parents and other IEP Team members. This position promotes a collaborative relationship with school staff and parents that will foster inclusionary practices.</div>
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<div><div>Job Description</div>
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</div></div><div></div><div><div><div><div>DAYS:</div> <div>195</div>
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<div><div>FULL TIME/PART TIME:</div> <div>Full Time</div></div></div></div></div>

SPECIAL ED - LEVEL 1 (GENERAL CURRICULUM TEACHER)

Pathway School

<p>Located on a 12-acre campus in Jeffersonville, PA, The Pathway School provides students with special needs academic, social, and life skills to be successful and independent now and after attending Pathway. Pathway is a nonprofit special education school for students ages 5 to 21 (grades K-12+) from over 50 regional school districts and charter schools. Our unique learning model has solidified Pathway&rsquo;s reputation as a leader in innovative quality programs, services, and therapeutic support in special education.</p><p>At Pathway, enthusiastic and dedicated staff members are essential to our success in serving our students. We attract and retain a highly skilled professional team with an empowering organizational culture, generous employee benefits, learning opportunities, and numerous recognition events and awards throughout the year.</p><p>Qualifications:</p><p><b>Education:</b> Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in special education from an accredited college or university. Pennsylvania State Special Education Certification K-12 or 7-12 is required. Secondary Certification in a specialized area is a plus. Behavior management and/or Autism certification or training a plus.</p><p><b>Experience:</b> Minimum of 3 years&rsquo; experience in a special education environment as a Special Education Classroom Teacher. Experience must include working with students who may have significant social and emotional needs.</p><p><b>Skills:</b></p><p>Ability to work with Individualized Education Plans (IEP&rsquo;s);</p><p>Ability to learn and apply Pathway&rsquo;s School-Wide Positive Behavior Intensive Support System (PBIS) and any other programs or models that are required to maintain consistent positive behavior support.</p><p>Demonstrated ability to work with students that have moderate to severe social and emotional difficulties.</p><p>Demonstrated ability to adapt curriculum to meet students<b>&rsquo; </b>academicneeds as well as motivate students to engage in the learning process. This includes knowledge of the application of functional activities and community integration concepts in a special education environment.</p><p>Demonstrated ability to follow established procedures when students are in crisis.</p><p>Excellent time management and organization skills</p><p><b>Compliance Requirements: </b>Must comply with Act 168 and submit a completed Sexual Misconduct Form. Must be able to obtain and maintain a satisfactory PA criminal background check, Child Abuse &amp; FBI clearances and pass a drug test, as well as a TB Test. Must be able and willing to drive and have a valid PA driver&rsquo;s license.</p><p><b>Physical Requirements:</b> This position requires a high level of energy. Physical activities can include both sitting and standing for long periods of time, lifting, climbing, bending/stooping, grasping and pulling. Must have full range of motion in order to provide possible emergency care and/or administer effective/safe CPI techniques. This position requires walking and could include working in both an indoor environment as well as an outdoor environment (cold/hot).</p><p><b>PROFESSIONAL DUTIES</b>:</p><p>Develops an individualized education program (IEP) for each student assigned to classroom based on current educational and emotional needs. This includes related service goals and behavioral assessments.</p><p>2. Revises IEP, when required, subject to established procedures.</p><p>3. Requests further educational assessment information when needed from educational specialists or consultative assistance from related services in the psych or behavior departments.</p><p>4. Maintains assessment/evaluation information and a current copy of the IEP for each assigned student in classroom files for use in planning instruction.</p><p>5. Shares IEP information with assistants and/or 1:1 staff; makes certain that staff clearly understand their IEP responsibilities; maintains appropriate documentation.</p><p>6. Prepare classroom lesson plans applying differentiated teaching techniques and specifically designed instruction.</p><p>7. Instructs assigned students according to the established IEP goals, designated objectives and Pennsylvania curriculum guidelines.</p><p>8. Apply preventive techniques to manage student behavior in the classroom.</p><p>9. Monitors student progress on IEP goals and maintains a record of each student&rsquo;s instruction, including IEP objectives mastered.</p><p>10. Collects and maintains all appropriate student data as directed by his/her supervisor.</p><p>11. Prepares for and contributes to student team meetings, parent-team conferences and IEP planning meetings.</p><p>12. Writes student progress reports as determined by Education Supervisor.</p><p>13. Administers informal and standardized educational tests.</p><p>14. Requisitions textbooks, instructional materials and supplies as needed through established procedures.</p><p>15. Makes appropriate and effective use of the assigned Instructional Coordinator.</p><p>16. Contributes to in-service education programs at the request of an Educational Supervisor and/or Education Director.</p><p>17. Participate in the development of curriculum, instructional materials and techniques.</p><p>18. Assists in developing and carrying out research or project plans assigned by the Educational Director.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $60,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's (Required)</li></ul><p>License/Certification:</p><ul><li>Teaching Certification in Special Education (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Ability to Commute:</p><ul><li>Norristown, PA 19403 (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Special Education Classroom Teacher

Westfield Public Schools

<div>Westfield Public Schools is seeking qualified applicants for the following positions in the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) program at Paper Mill Elementary School.<b>RESPONSIBILITIES:</b>Under the direction of authorized administrators shall provide:<ul><li>
Direct instruction to students in program methodologies including but not limited to Applied Behavior Analysis and Discrete Trial Training.</li><li>
Development of individualized curriculum and support with generalization.</li><li>
Instruction of social skills curriculum and support with generalization.</li><li>
Case management of all students' IEP services including development and implementation of goals and objectives, progress reporting.</li><li>
Evaluate student progress based on work output and observation; determine goals, objectives and directions.</li><li>
Close communication with parents; parent consultation as needed.</li><li>
Consultation/collaboration with content area instructors, related service providers and consultants.</li><li>
Development of behavior protocols and data collection.</li><li>
Collaboration with transition coordinator and planning for post secondary goals.</li><li>
Development of behavior protocols and data collection.</li><li>
Consultation with teachers and administrators within larger school community to identify and develop increased opportunities for inclusion, and assist in the implementation of accommodations.</li><li>
Maintain the physical environment of the classroom for organization and presentation purposes.</li><li>
Assist other professionals in resolving psychological, social, academic, and disciplinary problems of students.</li><li>
Assist in screening, evaluating, and recommending placement of students in the program.</li><li>
Supervise students in and out of classroom activities during the school day.</li><li>
Prepare report cards, education records, IEP forms, classroom observation records and other forms.</li><li>
Administer testing evaluation.</li><li>
Implementation and knowledge of ABLLS assessment.</li><li>
Participate in IEP meetings.</li><li>
Spend appropriate time outside of regular school hours to prepare classes, assess student work, and perform ancillary duties.</li><li>
Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the building principal or the Superintendent of Schools and/or their designee.</li></ul><b>
REPORTS TO::</b> Building Principal and Administrator of Special Education and Student Support ServicesThe terms of employment and salary will be in accordance with the provisions of the Westfield Public Schools Unit A salary schedule. Salary placement will be based on information contained in the application as submitted.Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Westfield School Committee policy on evaluation.<b><i>POSITION SUBJECT TO FUNDING</i></b></div>

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - ELEMENTARY - INTENSIVE AUTISM PROGRAM

Hamilton County Schools

<div></div><div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description
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<b>Overview</b><div><br>
The purpose of this classification is to ensure that students with disabilities learn and achieve at their highest potential. The main goals of an Exceptional Education teacher are to identify the individual needs of each child and create a healthy, inspiring and supportive learning environment. The Exceptional Education teacher is to be a connector to core instruction, a case manager, liaison to parents, coordinator of supports and services, collector of data, and respond to student needs. The Exceptional Education teacher continually models learning so students can achieve their highest potential by participating in learning to the greatest extent possible. This teacher will be responsible for providing academic and behavior support to provide students with access to tier 1 instruction and perform on standard assessments and alternate assessments with proficiency.</div><p>
Daisy Elementary is a PreK-5 school located in Soddy Daisy, TN. We are a small school that serves a tight knit community. We strive to develop relationships with all students and work to meet their identified academic and social emotional needs. At Daisy, we have a house system that helps to create a strong, positive, school-wide team mentality. This system provides the opportunity to encourage each other to be the best Daisy citizens that we can be. As a school community, we follow our &ldquo;Daisy Ten Essentials&rdquo;. These are ten basic tenets that allow all Daisy Spartans to demonstrate basic good character. Our students and teachers work together daily as good citizens and give our best effort in all that we do. We want to provide Daisy students with the tools and experiences that will help them to be successful in their future endeavors.</p><p>
Our school-wide focus is on whole child &ldquo;growth&rdquo;. We are seeking teachers who will invest in all students and help them to grow and meet their potential. Our teachers and support staff work to build relationships with students, families, and teachers; engage students in well-planned, standards-based instruction; and collaborate with teammates to ensure that every student has access to a quality education.</p><p>
 We are looking for teachers who desire to offer students the best education possible. Additionally, we are looking for teachers who can analyze data and create a plan to meet the needs of all learners through the use of state standards and HCS curriculum. If you possess a positive outlook and a willingness to collaborate with colleagues to serve students, you have the potential to be a good fit on the Daisy Elementary team.</p><br>
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<b>Responsibilities</b><p><i><br>
Since every duty associated with this position may not be described </i><i>herein</i><i>, employees may </i><i>be required</i><i> to perform duties not specifically spelled out but may be considered incidental in the performance of this job</i><i>. </i><i>Reasonable </i><i>accommodations</i><i> may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties </i><i>herein</i><i> described.</i></p><ul><li>
Participate in the referral and evaluation processes</li><li>
Coordinate the development of individual instruction plans for students, including developmental and sequential short-term objectives leading to the achievement of goals specified in the IEP.</li><li>
Manage a caseload of students who are eligible to participate in the standard assessments and alternate assessments</li><li>
Teach groups of students and individuals in separate locations and general education settings based on the IEP service provisions for students based on student need. Teach credit bearing classes for students eligible for participation in standard and alternate assessment.</li><li>
Prepare and deliver lessons and resources in support of student IEPs and approved Hamilton County curriculum.</li><li>
Conduct ongoing data collection on all IEP goals and objectives.</li><li>
Develop and adapt individualized teaching methods that are suitable for each of their student&rsquo;s unique needs while ensuring compliance with the student&rsquo;s IEP.</li><li>
Assess student work to provide timely feedback and inform instructional decisions.</li><li>
Collaborate with general education and other exceptional education teachers to plan for and provide specially designed instruction.</li><li>
Work in collaboration with related service providers to access and utilize special tools and assistive technology when necessary. Request support and assistance from specialized resource personnel when appropriate.</li><li>
Provide consultation to other educational personnel as appropriate</li><li>
Facilitate IEP meetings including parents/guardians as full members of IEP teams.</li><li>
Monitor student progress and update individualized educational programs</li><li>
Participate and conduct reviews of student progress</li><li>
Hold and attend regular parental conferences</li><li>
Develop and implement transition programming for students age 14 plus</li><li>
Work in collaboration with related service providers for students with communication disorders to teach and implement specialized communication systems</li><li>
May include providing general physical assistance to students with various disabilities. Tasks may involve, but are not limited to, assisting students with toileting/feeding/other self-help and behavioral needs.</li><li>
Participate in training programs related to delivery of IEPs or curriculum</li><li>
Maintain all required special education records, ensuring that they are complete, accurate and within all timelines.</li><li>
Attends meetings as needed.</li><li>
Complies with applicable district, state, and federal codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.</li><li>
Adheres to the Teacher Code of Ethics as defined by Tennessee Law.</li><li>
Acts in a professional, respectful, and welcoming manner at all times.</li><li>
Creates a customer-focused climate and provides quality services and support to schools, community, businesses, Superintendent of Schools, Board of Education, and other stakeholders.</li><li>
Works collaboratively with all stakeholders.</li><li>
Follows established procedures to ensure assigned areas are safe.</li><li>
Maintains confidentiality.</li><li>
Attends work and arrives to work on time.</li><li>
Performs other related duties as assigned.</li></ul>
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<b>Qualifications</b><p><br>
Education, Experience, and Qualifications</p><p><i>
Salary is based on a combination of relevant education and experience.</i></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required;</li>
Teaching candidates must hold a valid State of Tennessee teaching certification in Special Education with an endorsement of 461. If you hold a teaching license in another state, you must<li> for a Tennessee teaching license;</li><li>
Completed TCIS training or the ability to complete TCIS training within first 60 days of employment.</li><li>
Experience working with students with mild to moderate disabilities in a school setting for assessment, meeting, and data management responsibilities including TNPULSE preferred;</li><li>
Experience with administration and interpretation of standard assessments and alternate assessments preferred.</li></ul><p>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</p><ul><li>
Knowledge of IDEA, current state special education rules and regulations, and compliance addressing programming, assessment and procedural safeguards for students with disabilities.</li><li>
Skill in technology to facilitate implementation of academic and/or behavior intervention programs, in addition to a variety of technology programs.</li><li>
Skill in organizational and communication to facilitate teaching.</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Compensation</div><div></div><div><br>
Certified</div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Ex Ed Teacher - IDS

Compass Collegiate Academy

<div><p><b>Benefits:</b><br>
Salary - $60,000 - $88,000 per year</p><p><b>
Employment Perks</b></p><ul><li><p><b>
Medical, Vision &amp; Dental Insurance</b> &mdash; typically offered to full-time positions.</p></li><li><p><b>
Retirement Plan</b> &mdash; like a 403(b) or similar retirement savings plan for full-time staff.</p></li><li><p><b>
Parental Leave</b> &mdash; available for eligible employees.</p></li><li><p><b>
Work Equipment Provided</b> &mdash; e.g., a laptop for classroom and school-related work.</p></li></ul><p><b>
Professional &amp; Career Development</b></p><ul><li><p><b>
Professional development opportunities</b> and ongoing staff growth are part of the school model.</p></li><li><p>
Teachers participate in <b>coaching and development programs</b> to strengthen instruction and classroom practice.</p></li></ul><p><b>
Culture &amp; Work Environment</b></p><ul><li><p><b>
Respect for teachers and staff</b> as skilled professionals in a growth-oriented culture.</p></li><li><p>
Work is mission-driven &mdash; focused on <b>high-quality education and social-emotional support</b> for scholars.</p></li><li><p>
CCA emphasizes a <b>supportive school community</b> with collaboration among staff, students, and families.</p></li></ul><p><b>
Other Work Conditions</b></p><ul><li><p>
Positions are often <b>full-time</b> and tied to the academic year schedule (with school breaks).</p></li><li><p>
Some benefits may depend on your <b>FTE (full-time equivalent) status</b> and employment terms specified in job offers.</p></li></ul><p><b>
Role Expectations</b></p><p>
The Special Education Teacher works closely with the Lead Teachers, the Dean of Academics and the Executive Director to support CCA scholars who are at-risk for academic underperformance due to emotional, cognitive, and/or physical challenges so that they can succeed in the school&rsquo;s academic program. The Special Education Teacher holds primary responsibility for managing the school&rsquo;s special education caseload, monitoring scholar IEPs, and providing academic, emotional, and physical support and interventions for scholars who require additional support to thrive within the school&rsquo;s inclusion model. Special Education Teachers will support teachers in all academic subject areas.</p><p></p><p><b>
Responsibilities and Duties:</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Special Education Program</b></p><ul><li>
Ensure I operate in compliance with special education law and procedures at all times.</li><li>
Serve as the case manager for scholars who have IEPs on case load</li><li>
Attend all required charter school sponsor special education training and workshops.</li><li>
Participate in the school&rsquo;s pre-referral and IEP and 504 processes.</li><li>
Participate in the development of Individual Educational Programs (IEPs) (and potentially 504 plans) as needed.</li><li>
Develop expertise with the school&rsquo;s literacy program and ways to successfully adapt literacy instruction to all special education scholars.</li></ul><p>
Within caseload:</p><ul><li>
Ensure scholar IEP requirements and 504 plan accommodations on caseload are being met.</li><li>
Assess and report mastery of IEP goals to parents and other members of the scholar&rsquo;s support team.</li><li>
Maintain all special education records according to privacy and confidentiality requirements.</li><li>
Communicate regularly with parents and as required by law to support special education scholar learning needs.</li><li>
Participate in and collaborate with school leader or SPED coordinator to lead multi-disciplinary team meetings, including but not limited to annual, eligibility, re-evaluation, and manifestation determination meetings.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Instructional Collaboration and Support</b></p><ul><li>
Provide direct intervention (i.e. instruction) to scholars in accordance with their IEP requirements.</li><li>
Assist teachers to adapt weekly lesson plans and instructional for individual scholars that require additional support to experience a high-quality curriculum.</li><li>
Assist teachers to utilize effective teaching strategies to support special education scholars in the least restrictive manner.</li><li>
Implement scholar behavior supports consistent with special education laws and scholar IEPs to achieve an optimal learning classroom learning environment.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Assessment and Data</b></p><ul><li>
Participate cooperatively in CCA&rsquo;s assessment system and data platforms to monitor special education scholars&rsquo; learning and progression.</li><li>
Administer alternative assessments in accordance with CCA&rsquo;s testing programs and state testing requirements.</li><li>
Evaluate scholar&rsquo;s academic and SEL growth, keep appropriate records, prepare scholar reports and regularly communicate with parents regarding their scholar's progress.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
General Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>
Regularly participate in CCA&rsquo;s professional development program, including CCA&rsquo;s annual summer professional development prior to school opening.</li><li>
Actively participate in CCA&rsquo;s instructional coaching program (coach and be coached).</li><li>
Supervise scholars in out-of-classroom activities on rotating schedules. Examples include, but are not limited to: cafeteria duty, bus monitor, and recess duty. Not sure if this should be part of my job description, but I&rsquo;m ok with it.</li><li>
Communicate with parents, CCA leadership team, and CCA colleagues in a timely, consistent manner.</li><li>
Attend school wide functions and community events as requested.</li></ul><p>
The Special Education Teacher will perform other duties as required to achieve the school&rsquo;s mission.</p><p></p><p><b>
Qualifications</b></p><p><b><br>
Education and Experience</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree is required; Master&rsquo;s degree is preferred.</li><li>
South Carolina teaching certification in relevant special education teaching field is required.</li><li>
Expertise and knowledge of applicable special education laws and procedures.</li><li>
Proven track-record of achievement as a teacher, instructional coach, or academic leader.</li><li>
Experience working with a culturally diverse student body preferred.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Ability to:</b></p><ul><li>
Work hard to achieve the school&rsquo;s mission.</li><li>
Improve the minds and lives of scholars in and out of the classroom.</li><li>
Communicate clearly and effectively in both oral and written language.</li><li>
Establish and maintain positive relationships with a variety of people.</li><li>
Engage families and the larger community in the life of the school.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Additional Information</b></p><p><br>
Salary is competitive and commensurate with your experience. Compass Collegiate Academy full-time employees are provided with a benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, retirement plan, parental leave, and a laptop.</p><p></p><p>
All employment with CCA is AT-WILL and nothing contained in this job description or in any other document provided by CCA creates a contract of employment for a specified term. In at-will employment, both the employee and employer retain the right to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and with or without any advance notice.</p><p></p><p><i>
Compass Collegiate Academy is committed to providing equal access to educational and employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, age, sex, or any other protected characteristic, as may be required by law.</i></p><p>
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Special Education Teacher and Coordinator: SY 25-26

Haynes Family of Programs

<div><p><b>SUMMARY:</b></p><p>
Responsible for designing and implementing a multi-sensory individualized educational plan (IEP) for each severely emotionally disturbed (SED) children or children with autism in a self-contained classroom with six to ten students; maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to effective individual diagnosis, prescription, correction and evaluation.</p><p><b>
JOB DUTIES</b><b>:</b></p><ul><li>
Reviews prior records of students in order to identify specific educational needs; participates in IEP meetings in order to develop an educational plan that is also supportive of the student's therapeutic program; periodically assesses and reports accomplishments relative to IEP.</li><li>
Works cooperatively within the multi-disciplinary milieu, therapeutic treatment setting with psychologists, child care staff, parents, various therapists and others to develop, implement, and facilitate each student's overall treatment plan and IEP.</li><li>
Administers formal and informal assessments to determine baseline levels of functioning and measure student progress.</li><li>
Utilizes current teaching methods and strategies to design lesson plans that will engage students in the learning process; ensures opportunities for all students to actively participate in the learning process; assigns homework that can be accomplished independently by the students.</li><li>
Prepares lesson plans weekly for review of Principal; ensures plans are sufficiently detailed for substitute staff to follow in the event of an absence; ensures lessons comply with course of study from the local school district and the California State Frameworks.</li><li>
Develops and implements effective behavior management techniques appropriate for SED students and commensurate with the Agency's therapeutic and positive reinforcement philosophies; maintains a structured, organized and safe educational environment with posted classroom rules and schedules; models appropriate behaviors.</li><li>
Develops and maintains individual and classroom records including progress reports, daily attendance records, formal educational assessments, and transcripts in accordance with school policies; ensures confidentiality is maintained; prepares daily student evaluation reports relative to academic and behavioral performance for information and use by child care staff, parents, and others when working with the student after school.</li><li>
Responds appropriately to incidents and problems that arise among the children in order to de-escalate them as quickly as possible; uses crisis intervention skills in communicating with child/ren; participates in physical interventions as necessary, in accordance with Agency polices and procedures.</li></ul><p><b>
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:</b></p><p>
In the course of performing this job, the incumbent typically spends time standing, walking on sloped/hilly areas of campus, carrying, driving, lifting (up to 40 pounds), listening, speaking, reaching, writing, and participating in restraint procedures.</p><ul><li>
Current California Special Education Credential.</li><li>
Demonstrated skill in working with children or adolescents with developmental disabilities</li><li>
Demonstrated skill in behavior management</li><li>
Ability to pass and utilize Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and CPI, as required</li><li>
Ability to pass and utilize First Aid and CPR certification, as required</li></ul></div>

Substitute Special Education Teacher - ED School

<div><p><b>SUMMARY:</b></p><p>
Responsible for designing and implementing a multi-sensory individualized educational plan (IEP) for each severely emotionally disturbed (SED) child in a self-contained classroom with six to ten students; maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to effective individual diagnosis, prescription, correction and evaluation.</p><p><b>
JOB DUTIES</b><b>:</b></p><ul><li>
Reviews prior records of students in order to identify specific educational needs</li><li>
Participates in IEP meetings in order to develop an educational plan that is also supportive of the student's therapeutic program; periodically assesses and reports accomplishments relative to IEP.</li><li>
Works cooperatively within the multi-disciplinary milieu, therapeutic treatment setting with psychologists, child care staff, parents, various therapists and others to develop, implement, and facilitate each student's overall treatment plan and IEP.</li><li>
Administers formal and informal assessments to determine baseline levels of functioning and measure student progress.</li><li>
Utilizes current teaching methods and strategies to design lesson plans that will engage students in the learning process; ensures opportunities for all students to actively participate in the learning process; assigns homework that can be accomplished independently by the students.</li><li>
Prepares lesson plans weekly for review of Principal; ensures plans are sufficiently detailed for substitute staff to follow in the event of an absence; ensures lessons comply with course of study from the local school district and the California State Frameworks.</li><li>
Develops and implements effective behavior management techniques appropriate for SED students and commensurate with the Agency's therapeutic and positive reinforcement philosophies; maintains a structured, organized and safe educational environment with posted classroom rules and schedules; models appropriate behaviors.</li><li>
Develops and maintains individual and classroom records including progress reports, daily attendance records, formal educational assessments, and transcripts in accordance with school policies; ensures confidentiality is maintained; prepares daily student evaluation reports relative to academic and behavioral performance for information and use by child care staff, parents, and others when working with the student after school.</li><li>
Counsels students on classes required to meet graduation standards, as appropriate.</li><li>
Participates in Student Study Team to identify ways to remediate and enrich academic learning and behavioral growth for each student.</li></ul><p><b>
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:</b></p><p>
In the course of performing this job, the incumbent typically spends time standing, walking on sloped/hilly areas of campus, carrying, driving, lifting (up to 40 pounds), listening, speaking, reaching, writing, and participating in restraint procedures.</p><p><b>
QUALIFICATIONS</b><b>:</b></p><ul><li>
Special Education Credential or credential eligible</li><li>
Demonstrated skill in working with emotionally disturbed children or adolescents</li><li>
Demonstrated skill in behavior management</li><li>
Demonstrated skill in curriculum development</li><li>
Ability to pass and utilize Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) within three months of hire</li><li>
Ability to pass and utilize First Aid and CPR certification within three months of hire</li><li>
Very effective oral and written communications</li></ul></div>

Special Education Teacher - ED School

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