Quincy Middle School Special Education Inclusion Teacher

Quincy School District • Quincy, WA

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The job of middle school special education inclusion teacher is to prepare learning objectives and standards for assigned academic and enrichment subject areas and grade levels, to teach and instruct students to promote student achievement, to provide guidance, counsel, supervision and discipline to students, and to assess and evaluate performance and progress to enhance effective learning.

Requirements

• Currently have or will have by the start date a valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with a Special Education related endorsement required.
• Extensive knowledge of subject areas and ability to have effective behavior classroom techniques; effective instructional techniques.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and oral communications.
• Strong technical and word processing skills required.
• Ability to deal with students in a positive and confident manner; be fair and consistent when working with a culturally, racially, and economically diverse student population; adapt to change and remain flexible; organize activities; manage student behavior; use good judgment to maintain a safe learning environment; provide instruction and demonstrate techniques.
• Use necessary equipment, computers, machinery, tools, or software.

Nice To Haves

• Other degrees and certifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach students the skills and attitudes to be successful in the subject matter in accordance with state statutes, district policy and adopted curriculum, to help prepare students for lifelong learning and success.
• Foster an educational environment conducive to the learning and maturation process of assigned students; plans and instructional program designed to meet individual student needs and whole groups which may include at risk or special needs youth.
• Creates positive classroom atmosphere to encourage and motivate students to learn essential skills, develop essential attitudes and experience.
• Plans and prepares well organized series of learning opportunities and activities; established objectives to ensure mastery of district outcomes.
• Assess and evaluates student achievement; adapts and modifies techniques and material for effectiveness as necessary for student progress and success; seeks and recommends special assistance as appropriate.
• Assists students in developing self-esteem and responsible behaviors; models appropriate behavior; maintains and provides fair and consistent classroom management.
• Acknowledges, discusses rewards and corrects student behavior; disciplines students as necessary and maintains student safety.
• Evaluates and records student progress; prepares progress and grade reports as required; administers tests as necessary.
• Attends or participates in all required staff meetings, committees, team building, field trips and other activities (may include overnight stay) deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal, in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional achievement.
• Performs related tasks consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position.
• Must have good human relations and interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to keep confidentiality and show initiative when appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or Superintendent.
• Knowledge of Special Education compliance and required IEP elements and assessments/screenings.
• Designing and implementing lesson plans for students having a wide range of achievement.
• Ability to consult, supervise and motivate paraeducators in program requirements and guidelines; in some positions, administer first aid and CPR.
• Sets and maintains high expectations of students.
• Ability to gain respect and confidence of students and community through the modeling of appropriate behavior, methods and attire.
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.

Benefits

• Health insurance benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB).
• Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).
• Paid leave benefits include 12 day of sick leave and 3 personal leave days.
• Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/FTE.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level