Fairlane Elementary School Cdc Teacher

Fairlane Elementary School CDC Transition Teacher

Position: Special Education CDC Transition Class Teacher Supervisory Responsibilities:

? Directs, monitors, and mentors paraprofessionals working with students who have disabilities. Duties/Responsibilities:

? Performs a variety of assessments and observations to determine the areas in which the student may need extra or modified educational services. Assessment areas may include academic performance, behavior, social development, etc.

? Identifies the student's needs and develops related lesson and teaching plans.

? Develops an integrated plan for the education of each child by collaborating with classroom teachers, parents, psychologists, social workers, and other medical and school staff.

? Develops individualized education programs (IEPs) for each student, setting learning goals and adopting modifications as necessary; ensures each students activities and lessons are planned and organized according to his/her abilities.

? Develops and teaches lessons that provide engaging learning opportunities for small groups and individual students while meeting required specifications of IEPs.

? Implements IEPs, provides ongoing or follow-up assessments, and continually tracks progress and makes modifications as necessary.

? Collaborates with classroom and homeroom teachers to ensure each students needs are met and plans are followed.

? Ensures programs comply with Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA); ensures each applicable student is provided with a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) that is appropriate for his/her individual needs.

? Develops, completes, and maintains all paperwork mandated by local, state, and federal guidelines, laws, and regulations.

? Maintains knowledge of special education teaching methods, research, and best practices through professional development and study.

? Establishes and enforces classroom management structure and rules that ensure the academic engagement and the physical and mental safety of all students.

? Celebrates the achievements and successes of students.

? Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Skills/Abilities:

? Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

? Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to maintain a calm and patient demeanor with all students.

? Thorough understanding of various special education needs and services.

? Thorough understanding of and the ability to implement a variety of effective teaching methods.

? Thorough understanding of policies, laws, and guidelines related to special education including IDEA, and IEPs.

? Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Education and Experience:

? Bachelor's degree in Special Education required

? Appropriate state license or certification required. ? Physical Requirements:

? Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout school and classroom.

? Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time.

? Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties.

? Must be able to kneel, sit, stand, crawl, push, and pull to assist and teach children throughout the day.

? Prolonged periods sitting and working on computer to complete necessary paperwork.