Homebound Teacher

Omaha Public Schools•Omaha, NE

About The Position

The Homebound Teacher will serve school aged children who have been excluded from school for a variety of reasons, or are enrolled the Virtual School in OPS.This position includes working with students in Douglas County Youth Center (DCYC) and other Rule 18 schools. The teacher will also work with the classroom teacher to provide instruction that attempts to keep the student with his/her class. These students are verified with a disability through the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) process, while in the Homebound program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education required
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid NE Teaching Certificate with endorsement in Special Education, required.
Professional verification of successful teacher performance and/or student teaching experience.
Evidence of the willingness and ability to comply with standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education.
This individual will exhibit skills pertinent to foster positive human relationships and the ability to work effectively with students, staff, parents and the community.
Skill in organization, time management, communication, and positive interpersonal skills.
Excellent attendance record.
Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance.
Excellent skills in verbal and written communication.
A demonstrated philosophy that all students can and will learn.
Ability to understand the individual needs of each student.
Ability to effectively use Microsoft Outlook and the student information system.
Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and special education students.
Knowledge of OPS’s mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of five (5) years successful teaching experience in a special education are preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide specialized instruction as outlined on the IEP
Collaborate with the traditional school to maintain progress in general education courses
Provides services in homes, hospitals, and virtually
Maintain compliance on all special education procedures, timelines, and documents such as Individual Education Program (IEP), progress reporting, parent notification, consents, evaluation process, etc.
Continuous assessment and evaluation of progress toward Individual Education Program (IEP) goals.
Plans for and guides the learning process to help students achieve their program objectives
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
Establishes a cooperative relationship with all assigned students.
Maintains open lines of communications with parents, guardians and staff.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and lesson planning and student progress toward IEP goals as required by district procedures and applicable laws
Developing students’ cognitive, emotional and social capacities for learning.
Positively fosters students’ self-esteem.
Working with and understanding a diverse student population.
Selects and uses effective instructional methods and learning materials.
Engages in professional growth activities through an ongoing program of job related knowledge and skill development.
Evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards with ethical and professional performance established by district policy as well as the State Board of Education.
Works collaboratively to achieve the overall purpose of the program and support the District’s vision, aims and goals.