Central Elementary School CDC Transition Teacher

Central Elementary School CDC Transition Teacher

Position: Special Education CDC Transition Class Teacher Supervisory Responsibilities:

· Directs, monitors, and mentors paraprofessionals working with students who have disabilities. Duties/Responsibilities:

· Performs a variety of assessments and observations to determine the areas in which the student may need extra or modified educational services. Assessment areas may include academic performance, behavior, social development, etc.

· Identifies the student's needs and develops related lesson and teaching plans.

· Develops an integrated plan for the education of each child by collaborating with classroom teachers, parents, psychologists, social workers, and other medical and school staff.

· Develops individualized education programs (IEPs) for each student, setting learning goals and adopting modifications as necessary; ensures each students activities and lessons are planned and organized according to his/her abilities.

· Develops and teaches lessons that provide engaging learning opportunities for small groups and individual students while meeting required specifications of IEPs.

· Implements IEPs, provides ongoing or follow-up assessments, and continually tracks progress and makes modifications as necessary.

· Collaborates with classroom and homeroom teachers to ensure each students needs are met and plans are followed.

· Ensures programs comply with Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA); ensures each applicable student is provided with a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) that is appropriate for his/her individual needs.

· Develops, completes, and maintains all paperwork mandated by local, state, and federal guidelines, laws, and regulations.

· Maintains knowledge of special education teaching methods, research, and best practices through professional development and study.

· Establishes and enforces classroom management structure and rules that ensure the academic engagement and the physical and mental safety of all students.

· Celebrates the achievements and successes of students.

· Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Skills/Abilities:

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to maintain a calm and patient demeanor with all students.

· Thorough understanding of various special education needs and services.

· Thorough understanding of and the ability to implement a variety of effective teaching methods.

· Thorough understanding of policies, laws, and guidelines related to special education including IDEA, and IEPs.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Education and Experience:

· Bachelor's degree in Special Education required

· Appropriate state license or certification required.

· Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout school and classroom.

· Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time. · Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties.

· Must be able to kneel, sit, stand, crawl, push, and pull to assist and teach children throughout the day.

· Prolonged periods sitting and working on computer to complete necessary paperwork.