Special Education Teacher - Supported Behavior Classroom at Centennial Middle School

Centennial Sd 28J•Portland, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The position of Teacher – Special Education (Supported Behavior Classroom) is for the purpose of improving student success in academics, behavior and social skills through implementing District approved curriculum; documenting and providing specially designed instruction and through treatment goals as outlined by Trillium mental health staff; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific needs of students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Requirements

Proper TSPC Licensure with Special Education endorsement required
Skills in planning, developing, and implementing curriculum appropriate to the handicapped learner and assisting disabled students in realizing success
Effective communication skills with students, parents and other school personnel
Knowledge of instructional theory and best practices, curriculum, state and federal education and handicapped learner codes and district policies
Abilities to stand and walk for prolonged periods, perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks, maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parent, other school personnel, meet schedule and deadlines
Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying/reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity/depth perception and accommodation field of vision

Nice To Haves

Prior job related experience
Ability to speak a second language preferred

Responsibilities

Collaborate with school personnel, parents, and Trillium staff for the purpose of improving student outcomes, developing solutions and planning curriculum
Adapt lessons for the purpose of implementing IEP goals and meeting special needs of individual students
Advise parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of supporting teachers’ expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom/mental health goals in the home environment
Evaluate students’ abilities in basic academics and behavior for the purpose of assisting other personnel in the diagnosis of learning/behavior disorders, development of behavior intervention plans and/or student progress
Assess students’ social and academic needs for the purpose of evaluating students and family requirements, placement and success of the program
Develop IEPs based upon students’ assessments and classroom performance in accordance with state and district guidelines
Instruct students for the purpose of improving their success in academic subject areas and social/behavioral/interpersonal skills
Develop/modify or adapt individualized lessons/strategies as needed for individual students
Manage student behavior as outlined in classroom procedures and individual behavior support plans for the purpose of teaching positive replacement behaviors and providing a safe and optimal learning environment
Participate in a variety of meetings which involve students with IEPs (i.e. team planning, functional behavior assessment, eligibility)
Prepare teaching materials and reports (i.e. grades, attendance, and behavioral data) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and provide documentation of teacher and student progress
Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations
Administer medication, first aid, and/or health care requirements as may be required for the purpose of providing specialized treatment and/or monitoring medical conditions of students
Apply strategies of non-violent Crisis Intervention as may be required for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment
Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities (i.e. supervision of specially designed instruction)
Direct educational assistant activities including schedules, lesson plans and data collection
Read and implement appropriate program materials (Special Education Handbook)
Maintain training and certification in non-violent Crisis Intervention, First Aid, and other trainings as determined necessary for the job