Early Childhood Special Education Teacher Specialist

Calvert County Public Schools-posted 3 months ago

Full-time • Entry Level

Prince Frederick, MD

501-1,000 employees

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

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Under direction of the director and/or supervisor of special education, the Early Childhood Special Education Specialist provides guidance, training, and support to general and special education early childhood teachers in regard to effective programming, addressing the academic, social-emotional and behavioral needs of students with disabilities and improving student learning. The primary function of the Early Childhood Teacher Specialist is to ensure that teachers and other school-based staff (Pre-K - Grade 1) are provided with the professional learning, resources, and support necessary to set students with disabilities up for success and offer young learners a full continuum of educational opportunities. This teacher specialist will focus guidance and support primarily on grades Pre-K and Kindergarten in regional programs and in general education settings with the goal of providing early intervention and specially designed instruction in the least restrictive environment.

Provides on-going support to teachers, administrators, supervisors, and directors in their efforts to provide a full continuum of instructional programming options for students with disabilities in early childhood.
Provides professional learning opportunities including coaching to teachers, administrators, supervisors, and directors as it relates to developmentally appropriate early childhood practices and the delivery of specially designed instruction within the continuum of special education services, and improves instructional programs for all students.
Participates in development of guidance for programming for students and supports implementation in general education settings and separate classes/regional programs.
Provides on-site coaching to staff and models specially designed instruction, supports, and services for students with disabilities in regard to communication, academics, social-emotional, and behavior.
Facilitates collaborative planning for general educators and special educators.
Supports the transition processes and individual student planning.
Participates as an IEP Team member and supports the development of appropriate individualized programs to address the unique needs of students with disabilities.
Collaborates with school staff and parents to implement Individualized Education Programs for students including the development and improvement of accommodations/modifications to create access to the general education setting and curriculum.
Under the direction of the Director of Special Education, performs duties related to the writing and monitoring of specific grants in accordance with the Special Education Department's goals.
Collaborates with supervisors/specialists from the Departments of Instruction and Special Education to improve instructional programs for all students.
Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff, and community.
Develops, selects, and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students.
Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and the emotional development of children.
Strives to maintain and improve professional competence by attending professional learning opportunities.
Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices.
Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities.
Maintains regular, on-time attendance.
Serves on special committees.
Thinks, concentrates, and interacts with others.
Works under stress and meets all deadlines.
Travels from school to school as necessary.

A Master's degree or Advanced Professional Certificate.
Certification in special education.
At least five years of successful teaching experience with some or all experience in special education infant to grade 3.
Knowledge of instructional best practices for early childhood, delivery of specially designed instruction, collaboration and co-teaching models, social-emotional learning and effective behavior strategies.
Knowledge of the Maryland Early Learning Standards, Maryland College and Career Ready Standards, and best practices regarding early childhood instruction.
Demonstrated skill in differentiating program and instruction to meet the varied needs of learners.
Demonstrated ability to utilize and promote equitable practices in all facets of education.
Understanding and ability to maintain rapport with people from all identities, cultures, and backgrounds.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of equity including the ability to advocate for marginalized students.
Knowledge of the special education/Individualized Education Program (IEP) process and experience writing IEPs.
Knowledge and experience working with students with various disabilities including students with behavioral challenges.
Evidence of broad reading and knowledge in professional literature and research related to early childhood special education, inclusion, learning processes, differentiation, and behavior supports and interventions.
Demonstrated ability to collect and analyze student achievement data for instructional decision-making.
Demonstrated exceptional skills in written and oral communication.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills when working with diverse groups (parents, other professionals, students, teachers, administrators, community agency representatives).
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with and coach adult learners.
Working knowledge of current classroom technology.
A valid driver's license and motor vehicle insurance.

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Calvert County Public Schools may find appropriate and acceptable.

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience applied to the current Calvert County Public Schools salary schedule for teachers.
Automatic payroll deposit.

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