Teacher - Special Education Self Contained - Fees College Prep Middle School

Tempe School District No.3•Tempe, AZ

About The Position

To create a flexible program favorable to learning and personal growth for the student in the least restrictive environment.

Requirements

Arizona Special Education Cross Categorical Teacher certification, or Arizona Special Education Teacher certification with ID/MR or ED special area
Knowledge of special education laws, procedures, practices, materials, equipment, and compliance standards required to provide appropriate learning experiences for special education students.
Good knowledge of the nature and effects of the impairment(s) in all areas of disability
Ability to assess needs, develop and implement the IEP, and evaluate outcomes in specialty
Ability to coordinate activities with related and specialist staff
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, parents and the community; excellent human relations skills; skill in both oral and written communication; ability to work in multicultural environment with diverse population of students, staff, and parents
May be required to control certain behavior(s) through physical restraint
Maintain current NCI, First Aid, and CPR certification
Computer proficiency in district designated computer hardware and software including Microsoft Office, MET and IEP software programs and other relevant software

Nice To Haves

Master Degree in special Education (preferred)

Responsibilities

Provide direct instruction based on child’s IEP and the Arizona State Standards.
Conduct appropriate academic evaluations; develop, implement and monitor appropriate academic/behavioral individual education plans (IEP’s).
Confer and consult with regular classroom teachers regarding student needs, interventions, accommodations and student progress.
Maintain accurate records for documentation of student progress and for compliance with district, federal, and state guidelines.
Participate in the MET process.
Attend, plan, conduct and/or participate in all necessary training activities and department meetings.
Provide on-going consultation and support to teachers and teams in the development, design, and implementation of Functional Behavioral Assessments and Positive Behavior Intervention Plans for students experiencing difficulties.
Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupil’s progress and interpret the school program.
Create an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and interest centers.
Maintain on-going communication (verbal and written) with parents of special education students.
May be required to participate in student’s meetings that may occur beyond the staff’s work assignment schedule.
Follow state law and district policy with cases involving child abuse and neglect.
Demonstrate willingness to be flexible and creative to meet individual student needs.
Consult with staff members regarding interventions and accommodations for students.
Maintain professional competence through in-service professional development activities provided by the District and/or self-selected professional growth activities.
Direct activities and provide performance evaluation input regarding special education instructional assistant(s) to school administrator.
Perform other duties as assigned.