395-CRT-10-26 Special Ed Teacher @ FMS

Wenatchee Public Schools • Wenatchee, WA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Foothills Middle School is hiring a Special Education Teacher for a 1.0 FTE continuing-contract position. The role manages students’ IEPs and educational plans, supports implementation of IEPs in the classroom, and facilitates paraprofessionals working with students. The teacher collaborates with case managers, inclusion specialists, classroom teachers, and other staff, and attends building and district meetings and conferences as required. Other related duties may be assigned.

The position requires prolonged sitting or standing. Attendance and punctuality are key functions. The position is represented by the Wenatchee Education Association.

Requirements

• Valid Washington State teaching certificate with a Special Education endorsement.
• Experience writing and following IEPs.
• Experience helping general education staff design and implement differentiated programming in core content areas.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to supervise placement of special education classified staff supporting the program.
• Knowledge of state and federal special education rules.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude and proven ability to stay organized and meet timelines.
• Ability to meet the position’s attendance and punctuality expectations.

Responsibilities

• Manage student IEPs and educational plans, including IEP paperwork.
• Attend and/or facilitate IEP and evaluation meetings.
• Establish systems for monitoring progress toward goals.
• Support classroom implementation of IEPs.
• Facilitate paraprofessionals in supporting student IEPs.
• Collaborate with case managers, inclusion specialists, classroom teachers, and other staff to support student IEPs.
• Attend building and district meetings and conferences as required.
• Perform other related duties.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability plans through SEBB for employees working 630 hours or more per year; benefits may be prorated based on hire date and FTE.
• Retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems.
• Professional growth reimbursement of up to $1,000 per year for qualified expenses.
• 12 days of sick leave and 3 personal leave days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed