Special Education Teacher- Long Term Substitute

Woonsocket Education Department•Woonsocket, RI

12h

About The Position

The Special Education Teacher develops individualized educational programs for students assigned for case management and implements academic and behavioral programs in a content area for which the teacher is highly qualified. The role promotes inclusion initiatives consistent with Woonsocket High School goals and provides instruction and support aligned with students’ evaluations, IEPs, academic needs, and social development. The teacher develops and implements IEP goals and objectives, plans and delivers instruction, assesses student progress, maintains required records, and collaborates with administrators, teachers, parents, professional staff, and outside agencies. The role also supports classroom behavior, supervises teacher assistants and potentially other special education services, participates in eligibility and IEP meetings, contributes to curriculum development and staff development, and performs other assigned duties.

Requirements

RIDE certification in Special Education or willingness to pursue emergency certification.
Previous experience as a Special Educator.
Strong background in teaching science.

Responsibilities

Provide a core program for identified students consistent with state education requirements and their IEPs.
Develop and implement IEP goals and objectives based on evaluation results.
Set and communicate clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects aligned with curriculum goals.
Select appropriate instructional methods and materials to accomplish learning objectives.
Regularly assess student achievement and provide progress reports as required.
Implement student-conduct policies and establish fair classroom behavior rules and procedures.
Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher assistants.
Provide social skills training aligned with IEP goals and objectives to help students develop positive relationships with peers and adults.
Recommend timely placement in the least restrictive environment to the building principal, IEP Team, ET case manager, or Director of Special Education, in accordance with state regulations.
Provide instruction in students’ academic strengths and areas of need.
Administer and score educational evaluations or reevaluations.
Complete appropriate special education records and maintain accurate records for state reports.
Consult with administrators, teachers, and parents about student-related concerns.
Participate in scheduled eligibility team and IEP meetings.
Provide materials that support the student’s IEP goals and objectives.
May coordinate and supervise other special education services provided to students.
Frequently confer with parents and professional staff regarding students’ educational, social, and adjustment needs.
Assist professional staff in addressing students’ unique educational, psychological, or disciplinary needs.
Help students and/or parents assess student abilities realistically and establish suitable educational and occupational goals.
Motivate students who struggle to attend class or engage in educational activities.
Maintain professional competence through department-provided or self-selected professional development.
Protect confidentiality and use discretion when handling pupil data.
May communicate with outside agencies serving students or research available student services.
Participate in and conduct staff development activities.
Develop, monitor, and evaluate curriculum on an ongoing basis.
Recommend supplies, equipment, and materials.
Assume assigned building duties and perform other duties assigned by the Special Education Director or building principal.