Special Education Teacher- Elementary Resource Room

Mount Vernon School District 320 • Mount Vernon, WA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Mount Vernon School District (MVSD) is seeking to graduate inspired critical thinkers who honor diversity and are committed to the betterment of their own lives and the lives of others. Our strategic goal is for 100% of our students to graduate with the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful in post-secondary education, careers, and life. We believe every student can achieve this goal, and we are committed to eliminating systems, structures, practices, and behaviors that hinder students of color from attaining academic parity with their white peers. MVSD commits to eliminating all forms of discrimination and inequity to provide safe and productive learning opportunities for every student.

Requirements

• Knowledge of applicable Washington State and federal rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of subject matter/course content relevant to assignment.
• Knowledge of and skills in using effective instructional strategies and practices.
• Knowledge of and skills in using various formative and summative assessments.
• Knowledge of state mandated testing.
• Ability to effectively address a wide range of academic and social needs including at-risk, cultural diversity, English language learners, and special education students.
• Skills in effective planning and implementation of lessons based upon state standards, district curriculum, and student needs.
• Skills in reflective practices for instructional improvement using feedback from supervisors and peers.
• Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior.
• Ability to work successfully with diverse learners providing access and opportunities for all students.
• Skills and ability to demonstrate a commitment to a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment.
• Skills and ability to demonstrate an understanding of equity; specifically focused on the intersection of race, language, gender, and disability.
• Ability to effectively meet developmental needs of students.
• Ability to interact and collaborate positively, effectively, and respectfully with parents, students, staff, and administrators.
• Skills in and ability to communicate effectively and accessible with others in both written and verbal form.
• Skills and abilities in organization, time management, and record keeping.
• Ability to operate technology devices and specific software programs.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability and commitment to strengthen job-related competencies.
• Must be qualified to teach students in a self-contained or resource room setting.
• Ability to communicate and report progress to parent/guardians at regular intervals and maintain positive working relationships with them.
• Work as a team player with other special education and general education staff and manage and work with support staff (instructional assistants and paraprofessionals).
• Must be organized, patient, able to motivate students, understanding of their students' special needs, and accepting of differences in others.
• Knowledge of and/or experience related to the state mandated testing and assessment.
• Knowledge of and ability to assess and design instruction for a classroom of diverse learners (English Language Learners ‘ELL’, highly capable, students with disabilities, etc.).
• Proficiency in use of PCs, Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail, and the use of technology in the classroom.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal form.
• Valid Washington State certification with appropriate endorsement(s) in Special Education.

Nice To Haves

• Second language or language acquisition background, preferred. Specifically Spanish, Russian, Ukrainian, and/or Mixteco.
• Student cultural and economic diversity experience, preferred.
• Additional endorsements in ELL, special education and/or reading, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide clear, intentionally focused, and evidence-based instruction using state standards, subject matter content, district curriculum, and student needs.
• Participate in collaborative planning, programming, and instructional activities focused on improving instructional practices and student learning.
• Recognize individual student strengths and learning needs and develop strategies and interventions to address those needs for the purpose of promoting individual achievement.
• Use multiple student data elements for the purpose of assessing student progress, modifying instruction, and improving student learning.
• Integrate technology into instruction to support digital literacy and engagement.
• Communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community for the purpose of fostering student success and achievement.
• Foster and manage a safe, positive learning environment for the purpose of promoting effective student behavior and success.
• Maintain and submit information/records including student progress.
• Participate in various meetings for the purpose of implementing school initiatives and addressing student needs.
• Attend all relevant professional development and training opportunities.
• Comply with supervision and evaluation procedures.
• Direct the work of assigned classified staff if applicable.
• Implement and comply with District policies and the Code of Professional Conduct.
• Maintain consistent attendance and conform to regular work hours specified under contract.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate effective classroom instruction consistent with building and district curriculum/programs.
• Diagnose and prescribe learning and training programs for individual students based on aptitude, interest, and level to achieve.
• Develop instructional goals and objectives to meet teaching assignment.
• Demonstrate a passion and enthusiasm for equity when working with all children, regardless of background or disability.
• Understand how to support and effectively implement individualized modifications and accommodations for students with disabilities.
• Cooperate with district, building, and staff in the implementation of effective multi-tiered systems for support and prevention.
• Prepare teaching materials and reports (e.g., grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and providing documentation of teacher and student progress.
• Serve as a cooperative member of the instructional team.
• Use and integrate educationally relevant technology.
• Write and manage Individual Educational Plans, complete all required documentation, paperwork, and forms and meet all deadlines.
• Teach students with mild to more complex physical, emotional, and cognitive challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to connect with students, staff, and community members in a mutually respectful, supportive, and accessible manner.
• Develop, modify, adjust curriculum to meet the individual needs of students.
• Willingness to benefit from building supervision, evaluation programs, and professional development.
• Use district adopted curriculum and assessments.
• Possess strong student management capabilities.
• Process information to make sound judgments and decisions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of staff and stakeholders.

Benefits

• SEBB medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability (LTD) coverage if they are anticipated to work 630 hours or more during the school year.
• Retirement benefits applies to employees working 3.5 hours per day or more for five or more consecutive months.
• Optional tax-sheltered annuities, including the Omni 403(b) and the Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Personal leave, vacation leave (for 260-day employees only), and sick leave are prorated based on full-time employment status.

What This Job Offers

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