Elementary Autism Program Teacher

Elementary Autism Program Teacher

East Central KS Coop in Ed USD 614 • www.eckce.com

Special Education Teacher, Autism Program, Eudora Elementary

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Special education teachers will assess students†skills to determine their needs and develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for each student. Then plan, organize, and assign activities that are specific to each studentâ€s abilities.

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Reports to:Building Principal, Special Education Director

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Qualifications

Master`s Degree in Special Education or willingness to pursue a plan of study

Good communication skills

Ability to collaborate with colleagues and administration

Organizational Ability

Basic knowledge of State and Federal statutes relating to students with disabilities

Kansas Certificate/License with endorsement in special education, waiver eligibility minimum

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Knowledge Skills and Abilities

1.     Communication skills.Special education teachers discuss studentâ€s needs and performances with general education teachers, parents, and administrators. They also explain difficult concepts in terms that students with learning disabilities can understand.

2.     Critical-thinking skills.Special education teachers assess students†progress and use the information to adapt lessons to help them learn.

3.     Interpersonal skills.Special education teachers regularly work with general education teachers, school counselors, administrators, and parents to develop Individualized Education Programs. As a result, they need to be able to build positive working relationships.

4.     Patience.Working with students with special needs and different abilities can be difficult. Special education teachers should be patient with each student, as some may need the instruction given aloud, at a slower pace, or in writing.                                 Â

5.     Resourcefulness.Special education teachers must develop different ways to present information in a manner that meets the needs of their students. They also help general education teachers adapt their lessons to the needs of students with disabilities.

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General Responsibilities

1.    Teach students in small groups and one-to-one

2.    Implement IEPs, assess students†performance, and track their progress

3.    Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students†progress and goals

4.  Discuss studentâ€s progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators

5.  Supervise and mentor para-professionals who work with students with

      disabilities

6.Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and after graduation

7.Special education teachers  adapt general education lessons and teach various

 subjects, such as reading, writing, and math, to students with mild and moderate

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East Central KS Coop in Ed USD 614

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East Central KS Coop in Ed USD 614

East Central KS Coop in Ed USD 614

East Central KS Coop in Ed USD 614

Benefits Information

Employer pays $480 monthly toward a single payer policy.

Salary Information

Competitive Salary and benefits--see at eckce.com

Employer Information

East Central Kansas Cooperative in Education serves the Baldwin, Eudora and Wellsville School Districts. We are conveniently situated only minutes from Lawrence and less than 50 miles from the Kansas City area. We offer three great districts and communities in which to work.

Our mission statement is:

to facilitate the success of students with special needs through an individualized approach that establishes an environment where students can grow, learn and become contributing members of society.

Please browse our website at www.eckce.com to become familiar with us.