Indiana Public Schools Beech Grove , IN 46107
Posted 2 months ago
Beech Grove City Schools
South Grove Elementary
REPORTS TO: Building Principal
QUALIFICATIONS:
Valid Indiana Mild Intervention and/or Intense Intervention Teaching License.
A bachelor's or master's degree in special education.
Commitment to being a part of a team with active participation, continued professional growth and the ability to network effectively with diverse groups of stakeholders.
General knowledge and integration of technology and digital literacy in an educational setting.
Understanding of individualized education plans and appropriate accommodations for students with identified special needs.
Effective implementation of differentiated instructional strategies and approaches.
Demonstrated expertise in content curation, curriculum development, instruction, data analyses, mentoring, and professional development as demonstrated by an advanced degree, advanced training and/or career experience.
Effective use of verbal, written, and interpersonal communications skills with all stakeholders.
Effective analytical judgment and critical thinking skills.
Excellent data-driven decision making skills.
Positive attitude and growth mindset; flexibility.
Knowledge of effective de-escalation strategies and behavioral management skills specific to meeting the needs of exceptional learners.
Experience working with persons of diverse cultures and backgrounds.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serve as Teacher of Record or Teacher of Service in accordance with District's Special Education Procedures and Article 7.
Create, implement, maintain, and progress monitor individualized education plans for identified students.
Conduct and/or actively participate in case conferences for initial evaluations, annual reviews, revised IIEPs, and other meetings intended to maximize student growth and achievement.
Collect and analyze student and grade level data that reflects the holistic development of students we serve.
Ensure students' IEPs are available to the appropriate teachers and service providers who are responsible for implementation of the IEP.
Ensure all supplementary aids, services, program modifications and supports for school personnel are provided in accordance with each student's IEP.
Ensure any accommodations on statewide or district assessments are implemented according to the student's IEP.
Collaborate with BGCS's director of exceptional learners, BGCS's student services specialist, South Grove's administrative team, South Grove teachers, and classroom teachers; South Grove's administration team includes: principal, assistant principal, behavior coach, counselors/home-school advisors, nurse, administrative assistants, and safety resource officer.
Assist and coach colleagues in special education programming by accessing, selecting, and implementing effective research-based instructional and behavioral strategies.
Plan and facilitate follow-up support for and with colleagues via co-planning, co-teaching, modeling, and/or conferencing.
Plan and implement curriculum and instruction specifically geared towards meeting the needs of exceptional learners.
Provide an instructional program closely related to and coordinated with the regular program so that all students meet and exceed the State Content Standards as outlined in the student's IEP, modifying methods and materials as needed.
Effectively communicate with administrators, teachers, and parents/guardians regarding the holistic formation of the students served; information includes but is not limited to: attendance, work habits, academic/social/emotional growth and achievement, and behavior management of students with exceptionalities.
All other duties as assigned by the Principal
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1.Seldom = Less than 25 % 2. Occasional = 26 to 50 %
3.Often = 51 to 75 % 4. Very Frequent = 76 % & above
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
2023-24 Teacher Contract
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jHhS-ROVYFbXvewWhqanrcwVbgx-TFuF/view?usp=sharing
2023-24 Teacher Handbook
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SjULavJgPZY09wBsn_3jDZMaDLhlUJMp/view?usp=sharing
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