Teacher Special Education Resource (26/27 SY)

Washington Elementary School District 6•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, the Teacher Special Education Resource provides quality instruction through planned lessons, diagnosing learning needs, creating and leading engaging learning activities, using assessments to monitor student progress, and communicating with administration and parents. The teacher creates a flexible classroom environment that supports learning and personal growth and motivates students to develop needed skills, attitudes, and knowledge. The role assesses student needs and develops and implements individualized instruction, including IEP and 504 plan requirements. The teacher collaborates with families, classroom teachers, and school and related-services staff; monitors progress and adjusts instruction; and ensures compliance with applicable special education requirements, including IDEA and FAPE. The position also maintains required documentation, keeps current with instructional practices and grade-level standards, and establishes a safe, engaging classroom environment.

Requirements

Obtain and maintain an appropriate Arizona Department of Education teaching certification for the position.
Obtain and maintain an Arizona Department of Public Safety Identity Verified Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Demonstrate knowledge of state and national standards, district curriculum, instructional materials, and assessments.
Demonstrate knowledge of interpreting data and assessments to make instructional decisions.
Support the school and district mission and vision.
Use effective verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrate flexibility, dependability, organization, and collaboration.
Establish rapport with peers and parents.
Be willing to participate in district training for coaching.
Demonstrate lifelong learning and seek opportunities to demonstrate leadership.
Meet the physical requirements of the position, including frequent standing, walking, sitting, use of hands and arms, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; frequent lifting or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting or moving up to 50 pounds; and the specified vision abilities.

Responsibilities

Conduct assessments and observations to identify students’ academic, behavioral, social, or physical needs for additional or modified educational services.
Identify student needs and develop related lesson and teaching plans, incorporating technology where appropriate.
Collaborate with classroom teachers, parents, psychologists, social workers, and other medical and school staff to develop integrated education plans.
Make recommendations and lead team development of individualized education programs (IEPs), including learning goals and necessary modifications.
Plan and organize activities and lessons according to each student’s abilities and applicable IEP and 504 plan specifications.
Teach engaging lessons for small groups and individual students.
Implement IEPs, conduct ongoing and follow-up assessments, track student progress, and modify instruction as necessary.
Coordinate and attend IEP meetings.
Collaborate with classroom and homeroom teachers to ensure student needs are met and plans are followed.
Maintain open communication with families and related-services stakeholders.
Ensure programs comply with IDEA and that applicable students receive FAPE appropriately modified to their individual needs.
Develop, complete, and maintain paperwork required by local, state, and federal guidelines, laws, and regulations.
Maintain knowledge of special education methods, research, best practices, grade-level content, and standards through professional development and study.
Establish and enforce classroom management structures and rules that support academic engagement and student safety.
Celebrate students’ achievements and successes.
Perform other related duties as assigned.