Compass Program Resource Teacher

Olathe Public Schools•Olathe, KS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Compass Program is a short-term alternative program that provides intensive behavior and social-emotional intervention to students to prepare them for a successful transition as they return to the comprehensive school setting. This position is responsible for special education resource instruction using a push-in model. The person in this position is expected to plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program for a K-8 environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. They must demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds. They will participate in professional activities as well as extracurricular and/or academic support activities. This position is part of the special education team and reports to the principal.

Requirements

B.A./B.S. in education
Kansas State Special Education certification
Willingness and ability to support students who may exhibit extreme behaviors, including elopement, physical aggression (e.g., hitting, kicking), and verbal outbursts, with a calm, consistent, and supportive approach.
Ability to intervene safely and appropriately and contribute to a team committed to the success of all students.
Background in trauma informed care practices and willingness to continue to learn to best support in a trauma informed manner.
Willingness to adjust instruction based on student enrollment in Compass Program
Ability to work effectively with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability background
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, peers and staff
Ability to identify areas of opportunity, make recommendations for improvement, and follow up as necessary to achieve desired result.
Excellent verbal, written and listening communication skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced work environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, etc.)
Background Check Clearance and TB Test
On site/ In person work is required

Responsibilities

Provide instruction to students in multiple grade levels, as needed based on Compass Program enrollment.
Utilize PBIS as well as other district adopted Social-Emotional curriculum and instructional tools as a primary method of teaching and supporting students related to social-emotional well-being.
Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans, instructional materials, and tests to facilitate active learning.
Instruct, encourage and monitor students' learning-adjusting strategies as needed to optimize learning.
Assign, grade and provide feedback on class work, homework, tests and assignments.
Maintain accurate, complete records of students' progress and prepare all required related documentation.
Participate and contribute as requested in meetings with department, school, district, parents and community.
Manage student behavior and maintain discipline in accordance with district rules and procedures.
Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
Participate in extracurricular and academic support activities as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.