LIFE/SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - REMAINDER 2023/2024 CONTRACT YEAR ONLY

Position Type:
Teaching/Professional Job Postings/Elementary Special Education Teacher
Date Posted:
12/12/2023
Location:
HEBARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Closing Date:
Until Filled**THIS POSITION IS FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE 2023/2024 CONTRACT YEAR ONLY**
Full-Time: 185 Day Contract (Pro-rated for remaining contract days)
Monday - Friday
Salary: $50,000.00 minimum - $82,508 maximum base (Pro-rated for remaining days) + Benefits
Benefits: Health Insurance employee contribution toward premium for Family $199.52 or Single $60.32 per month
JOB DESCRIPTION
Laramie County School District #1
Program for Adaptive Living Skills (PALS) Teacher Purpose Statement
The job of Program For Adaptive Living Skills (PALS) Teacher is done for the purpose/s of providing adapted/accommodated grade level academics and age appropriate living skills to students on IEPs with severe cognitive disabilities and/or profound physical limitations; providing for the supervision and instruction of severely special needs students; observing and documenting student progress; implementing plans for instruction; and assisting students by providing for special health care needs.
This job reports to the Building Principal.
Essential Functions

• Adapts grade level academics and/or appropriate living skill materials for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives and the IEP.
• Administers developmental testing programs, subject specific assessments, etc. for the purpose of assessing student competency levels and/or developing individual educational plans.
• Administers immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional (e.g. diapering, tube feeding, colostomy bags, medication, etc.) for the purpose of meeting immediate health care needs and/or developing children's daily living activities and behavioral skills. Attends meetings, workshops, professional development activities and in-service presentations (e.g. first aid, CPR, emergency procedures, current best practices, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.
• Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives, and meeting IEP objectives.
• Communicates with professional personnel and parents/guardians (e.g. teachers, parents, counselors and/or participates in IEP meetings, etc.) for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.
• Directs student teachers, paraprofessionals, volunteers and/or student workers for the purpose of providing effective classroom programs, addressing the needs of individual students and maintaining equitable schedules.
• Instructs and monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (e.g. lunch, bus stops, playground, classroom, field trips, public transportation, assemblies, kitchen, classroom, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment and meeting the requirements of the IEP.
• Maintains instructional materials and/or manual and electronic files/records for the purpose of ensuring availability of items, providing written reference, and/or meeting mandated requirements.
• Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment. Meets with a team of school professionals, parents, and other involved persons for the purpose of developing an IEP that will promote growth in students, living skills and academic areas.
• Participates in the development and implementation of IEP goals for the purpose of meeting IEP goals and/or District benchmarks as well as meeting District, State, and Federal guidelines.
• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, advancement in IEP objectives, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements.
• Provides quality instruction, support, care, and supervision (e.g. transfer, shower, change diapers, feed with tubes, administer medicine, perform motor programs, etc. ) for the purpose of helping students safely learn academics and life skills in a healthy environment.

Other Functions
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: instructional procedures and practices; age appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; conflict resolution; and stages of child development/ behavior.
ABILITY is required to schedule a significant number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; and working with constant interruptions. Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the organization's services. Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 34% sitting, 33% walking, and 33% standing. The job is performed in a generally hazard free environment.
Experience: Job related experience is required.
Education: Bachelors degree in job-related area.
Equivalence Required Testing
Certificates: Appropriate Wyoming State Department of Education Certificate, endorsement and Highly Qualified Status
HIRING MANAGER: Rayme Van Dell
Title: Principal, Hebard Elementary School
Phone: 307-771-2450
HR Staff: Susan Johnson
Phone: 307-771-2158