Classroom Teacher / Special Education

Job Description:

NOTE: This position is for the 2024-2025 school year. The salary will be based on the 2024-2025 salary schedule which is not yet approved by the Board of Education. The salary listed is based on the current year's salary schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certificate in cross-categorical in SPED or in the individual area of vacancy

• Degree in special education (B.S. minimum)

REPORTS TO:

SPED Process Coordinator, Building Administration, and Director of Special Services

JOB GOAL:

To provide each student in their class or under the teacher's case management responsibilities with a program that will enable the student to reach his or her fullest physical, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral potential.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide core program for IDEA students in classroom

• Follow goals and objectives as stated in IEP for each student.

• Maintain communication with parent on the educational progress of student.

• Work with building process coordinator in delivery of services to IDEA students.

• Work with general education teachers in screening, evaluating and providing inclusion under parameters of IEP.

• Develop accommodations to meet the unique needs of students in classroom, CWC, or inclusive setting.

• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.

• Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.

• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.

• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.

• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.

• Supervise and maintain appropriate student behavior within the classroom and all other areas of the building.

• Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.

• Attend staff meetings and building and district activities designated by Board policies and contractual agreement.

• Perform other duties as assigned by building administration.

Min & Max Starting Salary: $41,543,00 - $73,658.00

FLSA: Exempt

CLEARANCES: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance