[INT] Roy Jr High - Social Emotional Learning (SEL) SpEd Teacher (30590)

Weber School District • Roy, UT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the school principal and following USBE guidelines, the SEL Special Education Teacher is responsible for educating students with special needs and creating a flexible program and classroom environment that supports learning and personal growth. The position develops and implements individualized education and behavior plans, delivers instruction adapted to individual student needs, monitors student progress, and supports safe and functional learning environments. The teacher collaborates with school teams, families, paraprofessionals, outside agencies, and district personnel, and maintains student records in accordance with district, USBE, and IDEA requirements. Physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of the role, which requires in-person collaboration, direct interaction with students and others, and access to on-site resources.

Requirements

• Valid Utah Special Education teaching license, stated as grades 6–12 in the posting and K–12 in the degree and license requirements, with a mild/moderate or severe endorsement.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to assume and maintain varied postures, including kneeling, squatting, bending, standing, and sitting in student-size chairs, for extended periods.
• Able to use quick body movements to maintain safety and implement student behavior plans.
• Participate in and utilize Mandt training.
• Physical presence at the worksite and in-person interaction are essential functions of the position.
• Demonstrate problem-solving and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans and behavior plans.
• Implement data-collection systems and accurately collect and summarize data.
• Monitor, redirect, and modify student progress related to inappropriate behaviors and performance, including administering intensive behavior intervention programs to identified students.
• Teach subject matter using the district- and Board-adopted course of study, correlated with appropriate learning activities.
• Develop lesson plans, adapt curriculum to individual student needs, and use effective teaching techniques to support productive student learning.
• Engage students using content activities and assignments, student groupings, varied instructional materials, and appropriate lesson structure and pacing.
• Provide students with specific and timely feedback.
• Evaluate students’ academic and personal growth, maintain appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
• Establish and maintain student behavior standards that support a functional learning atmosphere.
• Use Least Restrictive Behavior Interventions (LRBI) to support student skill development.
• Use understanding of behavioral functions to determine interventions and develop and implement behavior intervention plans.
• Model and train program staff in specific programs and procedures addressing student goals.
• Collaborate with school team members to provide effective instruction and support.
• Use computers and other technological classroom support equipment in instruction.
• Maintain classroom organization and discipline.
• Provide and maintain a safe, supervised environment in the classroom and on school grounds.
• Communicate with parents through conferences and other means about academic and personal progress, and interpret school programs.
• Supervise and direct paraprofessionals to support student learning.
• Coordinate with outside agencies, organizations, and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
• Manage student files to comply with district, USBE, and IDEA guidelines and regulations.
• Demonstrate professional ethics as outlined by the Utah Professional Practices Advisory Commission.
• Conform to district policies, including those concerning attendance, absences, and evaluations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, school staff, district staff, and patrons.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the principal or district office administration.
• Assist other personnel as required to support completion of their work activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed