Special Education Teacher Elementary

Forest Grove Sd 15•Forest Grove, OR

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Teacher promotes and develops successful learning for students who are eligible for IDEA services, manages an assigned caseload, provides academic and behavioral skills instruction in a resource and/or inclusive classroom, maintains regular communication with those students, their parents, and appropriate staff members, and is responsible for development, revision and implementation of IEP’s. Additionally, the Special Education Teacher is responsible for monitoring and supporting instruction of students in a variety of learning environments and collaborating with general education teachers to allow for meaningful inclusion in the mainstream classroom.

Requirements

Oregon Teaching License with Handicapped Learner Endorsement
Experience in coordinating, supporting and instructing multiple classified staff members
Experience and training in delivering direct instruction, behavioral and academic programs for students on the autism spectrum
Experience in designing and implementing functional routines with embedded communicative opportunities for students with developmental disabilities
Computer Skills: word-processing skills, including using Google suite programs
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Knowledge of and experience working with students with developmental disabilities and behavioral concerns.
Extensive knowledge and ability to fulfill IDEA requirements
Knowledge and training in Special Education law and best practice
Knowledge and experience developing and implementing behavior intervention plans, communications systems and implementing positive behavior supports.
Knowledge of Oregon laws and school reform
Knowledge of Special Education law, regulations, ECSE, ESY, SPR&I
Knowledge of behavioral best practices
Knowledge of instructional best practices (literacy, life-skills, core curriculum)
An understanding of grade-level curriculum and instructional techniques that will promote successful academic growth for individuals with disabilities
Ability to problem-solve ongoing instructional challenges, give clear direction to staff and students, as well as provide programmatic material and guidance to students and staff
Ability to effectively work and communicate with students, parents and school personnel from diverse cultures or backgrounds in English, Spanish, or other languages related to the job
Maintain integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff or district patrons; ability to maintain accurate and complete records
Relate to students with mutual respect while carrying out a positive and effective program; ability to work affably with others
Works as a team member, communicates effectively both orally and in writing

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Develop and write specific programs and schedules for special education students, including in the regular classroom
Support the regular classroom and special education staff in the development of the student’s Individualized Education Plan
Provide specially designed instruction using evidence-based curriculum
Consult with and support classroom teachers and assistants in carrying out and modifying programs and data collection systems.
Provide necessary training to staff in the instruction and managing of special education students
Work with other specialists (SLP, motor team, Mental Health Specialist, ASD Specialist, School Psychologist) to develop appropriate services for students and help classroom staff implement these services
Plan and implement service delivery models including individual and small group and classroom settings
Create an environment and provide instruction which engages students and enhances learning
Complete IDEA paperwork required in specified time and manner for students on caseload
Implement curriculum to meet the needs of students’ Individualized Education Plan
Implement a program approved classroom monitoring system, i.e., providing an environment where students learn lagging skills, with a particular focus on skills needed to be Safe, Respectful and Responsible
Communicate expectations, monitor and reinforce student behavior positively to facilitate learning
Develop and implement behavior plans as aligned with program model
Provide direct instruction, assistance, and professional guidance to classroom instructional staff and support staff
Maintain open communication with students, parents, and home school personnel by devising a regular system for communication
Treat students with courtesy, personal dignity, confidentiality, and advocates for their needs
Meet with staff in team meetings to formulate intervention strategies to address student needs
Maintain weekly lesson plan schedule for students
Provide therapeutic de-escalation, crisis management and physical intervention, according to OIS training, as needed to maintain safety of the program
Understand and adhere to all mandatory reporting laws and reports to administrator (or designated substitute) all suspicions of potential abuse, neglect, self-harm and/or endangerment of others
Maintain consistent and predictable attendance to meet the requirements of the position
Participate in various meetings for the purpose of receiving information or sharing information and expertise with students, colleagues and parents/guardians
Confer regularly with immediate supervisor
Perform other duties as assigned