Long Term Substitute Special Education Teacher

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Special Education
Date Posted:
10/16/2023
Location:
Main Street School
Date Available:
As soon as possible
Closing Date:
Until filledMain Street School in Exeter, NH is in need of a Long Term Substitute to provide specialized instruction for students with Special Education needs. This individual will also complete case management duties. The successful candidate will demonstrate familiarity with reading, writing, and math instruction for students performing below grade level. Additionally, this position will conduct progress monitoring, create IEP, present at Special Education team meetings, and collaborate with Special Education and classroom teachers to provide a meaningful learning experiences for students.
Position:
Under the direct supervision of Main Street School building administration.
Essential Functions:

• Works with students individually and in small groups to provide specialized instruction as ordered in an IEP.
• Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures
• Develops Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) for students.
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEPs.
• Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping.
• Ensures effective communication with students, staff, and parents.
• Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision.
• Constructs, copies and distribute and use educational materials as needed.
• Assists students with special needs to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement of IEP objectives, etc.
• Assist students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities.
• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
• Maintains confidentiality of student information.

Additional Duties:
Assist guidance, pupil services staff or building administration, as needed.
Perform any other related duties as assigned.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment:
Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.
• Prior experience working with special needs children desirable.

Application Procedure:
Please apply online
Applications will be considered only when a cover letter, resume, three letters of recommendation, license and transcripts have been attached to your online application
Posted vacancies in SAU 16 have been approved by the School Board.
It is the policy of SAU 16 not to discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, color, homelessness, sexual orientation, age, or disability in its education programs, services, activities or employment practices.
Selection Procedure
All resumes will be screened and selected candidates will participate in a thorough interview process
FLSA Status: Exempt