Special Education Teachers (Sign On Bonus), Vermillion School District

Special Education Teachers (Sign on Bonus), Vermillion School District

Position:

Special Education Teachers (Sign on Bonus)

Job ID:

1489

County:

Region 2 - Sioux Falls Metro

Posted:

April 11, 2024

Contact Information:

Vermillion School District

1001 E. Main St.

Vermillion, SD 57069

District Website

Contact:

Human Resources

Phone: 605-677-7000

Fax:

District Email

Job Description:

GENERAL

DESCRIPTION

To provide a program of specialized instruction, and support services that are favorable to learning and personal

growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge

needed to provide the necessary foundation for appropriate education, in accordance with each pupil's ability; to

establish positive, working relationships with parents and with other staff members.

REQUIREMENTS • Must possess a valid South Dakota Teaching Certificate or provisional certificate and meet the requirements

set forth by the Department of Education and the North Central Accreditation Agency.

POSITION DETAILS

ESSENTIAL

DUTIES

• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of

the students.

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

• Evaluate and effectively requisition materials.

• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instruction media, consistent with physical limitations of the

location and the needs/capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.

• Assist the administration in implementing all district/building policies and guidelines governing student life and

conduct.

• Assess student performance on a regular basis, provide progress reports, and keep appropriate records.

• Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintain order in the classroom in a fair

and just manner.

• Understanding the individual needs of students and how they differ in their approaches to learning, create

instructional opportunities adapted to diverse learners and seek the assistance of district specialists when

appropriate.

• Understand how children learn and grow and provide learning opportunities that support their development.

• Promote positive social interactions, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation skills.

• Use knowledge of communication techniques to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive

interaction.

• Plan instruction based on knowledge of subject matter, students, the community, and curriculum goals or

outcomes.

• Reflect on teaching for positive self-assessment.

• Foster relationships and communication with colleagues, parents, and agencies in the larger community.

• Pursues professional growth opportunities such as attending conferences, reading professional journals, and/or

participating in professional organizations and on-site professional development.

• Other duties may be assigned by administration.

OTHER DUTIES • Periodically/routinely collaborate and consult with regular education teachers, related services staff,

community agencies, providers, and centers about student needs.

• Responsible to ensure that all service providers (to include classroom teachers and related service providers)

are complying with each student's IEP.

• Manage a student caseload in regard to IEP/ISP development and implementation.

• Monitor the special education process from identification to referral, evaluation, and placement.

• Participate in TATs, Multidisciplinary Team meetings, IEP/ISP meetings, and parent conferences.

• Schedule all meetings that involve the student and the student's team prior to/on an IEP, to include initial

referral for testing (TAT), IEP meetings, and progress meetings throughout the school year.

• Implement and/or support regular education teachers with curricular and instructional modifications.

• Serve on district committees as assigned.

• Train/mentor educational assistants and teacher interns.

• Participate in supervisory duties: playground, bus, school building.

• Plan for student transitions for all students; coordinate job skills in the community for older students.

• Administer testing for screenings, initial and three-year reevaluations; present and interpret results; answer

questions.

• Conduct home visits scheduled or as needed.

• Complete forms correctly and in a timely manner.

• Be knowledgeable about disabling conditions and issues, eligibility criteria, rules and regulations regarding

funding sources, district comprehensive plan.

• Perform other duties and functions as assigned by the Director of Special Services, i.e. attend monthly staff

meetings.

Other: