Special Education Teacher - Moderate/Severe
Job descriptions are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under the direction of Special Services Director and school Principal, the Special Day Class MM Teacher provides instruction and services for students whose needs have been identified in an individual education program (IEP) developed by the IEP team.
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND PURPOSE:
Implement IEP with appropriate lesson plans and classroom strategies. Observe and make ongoing evaluation of pupil’s academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, prepare progress reports, and communicate with parents. Integrate students for maximum interaction with peers, plan and coordinate the work of aides.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in teaching and implementing IEPs for children.
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- California Education Specialist Instruction Credential- Moderate/Severe.
- Strong behavior management and positive discipline skills
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with professional personnel, community and parents
- Ability to coordinate and direct the work of instructional assistants, support personnel
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Consider the whole range of student development, keeping in mind the following:
- Student’s values and goals, parents’ values and goals for the student.
- Overall achievement and transfer to various curricular areas
- Importance in social development and usefulness in other environments
- Age appropriateness, instructional time and available resources