Middle School Special Education Ela Teacher

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Position Summary: Northwood Academy Charter School (NACS) Special Education Resource Teachers are responsible for providing support for the instructional program to students with special needs, in a supportive K-8 learning environment. They develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to the students ability level. NACS teachers use their knowledge, competency, and positive nature to provide students with a strong foundation for future educational and social opportunities.

Content Focus: The academic professional that is selected for this role should have strong content knowledge of seventh through eighth grade ELA curriculum, as well as social skills application and behavioral support.

Essential Accountabilities:
● In conjunction with the curricular norms set forth by NACS leadership, implement a
standards aligned, academic program which includes lesson plans, accommodations,
assignments, and assessments.
● Assume responsibility for the academic progress of students and actively work to ensure all students meet or exceed expectations on academic measures up to and including standardized tests.
● Provide an engaging learning environment using relevant curriculum, varied instructional materials/ technologies, and developmentally appropriate techniques and strategies.
● Create and maintain a stable classroom environment which utilizes an informed and responsive approach to guide and nurture the emotional, cognitive and social abilities of students.
● Communicate with school administration and leadership on all relevant matters as
directed.
● Provide classroom structures, routines, and expectations which are proactive, positively incentivized, and reflective of school protocols regarding behavioral interventions.
● Take all responsible precautions to provide for the health and safety of the students and to protect the equipment, materials, and facilities.
● Complete all lesson plans, progress reports, record keeping, communications and
administrative functions within specified time and manner.
● Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with parents/guardians concerning the activities of the classroom and academic and behavioral progress of their students through written/electronic forms, telephone calls, and conferences.
● Report any serious accident/illness affecting students and comply with mandated
policies regarding child welfare.
● Professionally represent the school in interactions with parents, community, staff, and students.
● Follow and maintain knowledge of all NACS policies and procedures.
● Maintain appropriate certifications and training hours as required.
● Write an Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students on their caseload.
● Collaborate with parents, general education staff, and when applicable, students.
● Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students.
● Daily instruction of students with IEPs.
● Utilize various modalities to access and accommodate student learning styles and use results to plan for instructional activities.
● Use technology in the teaching and learning process.
● Create classroom environments conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of the students.
● Manage student behavior and administer discipline in accordance with school policies.
● Collaborate with outside resource people regarding education, social, medical and
personal needs of students.
● Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials as required.
● Maintain documentation of IEP progress. Maintain data for students with IEP and Tier III.
● Consult with the school’s Psychologist as needed.
● Coordinate implementation of services for students with IEPs.
● Assign Tier III students to an Instructional Support Teacher.
● Track Test Queue and Re-evaluations.
● Maintain and update special education programs (Lexia, Estar) .
● Conduct Instructional Support Meetings.
● Meet with school leadership regarding student progress/Tier updates.
● Relevant duties as assigned by school administration.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, Special Education certification

Special Knowledge/Skills:
● Knowledge and implementation of the latest intervention strategies to improve students conduct that have behavioral related special needs
● Knowledge and implementation of the latest intervention strategies to support students that exhibit autistic behaviors
● Knowledge and implementation of the latest intervention strategies to successfully
support students exhibiting behavioral traits that result from ADHD, ADD, and Autistic
diagnosis

Qualifications:
● Demonstrated competency in all subject areas assigned
● Valid Pennsylvania state clearances and credentials
● Compliance with federal, state, district and school regulations and policies for special education teachers
● Maintain confidentiality

Benefits

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance