Job Description:

JOB TITLE:    Certified Teacher – Exceptional Student Services

     Position Type: Certified

 Department: Exceptional Student Services

     Salary Schedule: Certified

 Reports to: Principal / Director of ESS

     Approved by: Sacaton Governing Board                       

POSITION SUMMARY

To work in a partnership with students, staff, parents and the community in accordance with the district’s vision and mission to promote student achievement for children who have disabilities. The person in this role will create a classroom environment that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of Special Education Students – socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively. This person will also help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

▪    Must have a valid Arizona Special Education Certification.

▪    Must have the authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration

Reform Act of 1986.

▪    Must meet all Arizona Department of Education certification requirements.

▪    Must meet all ESSA (Highly Qualified) qualifications.

▪    Bachelor’s Degree or higher.

▪    Prior special education teaching experience preferred.

▪    Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) and procedures of classroom maintenance.

▪    Valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card for educators through The Arizona Department of Education

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

▪    Adheres to the District vision, mission, core values and goals in collaboration with staff.

▪    Demonstrates the ability and desire to provide outstanding service to students and families.

▪    Demonstrates a high regard for confidential and sensitive information.

▪    Provides case management services for students with a disability including all requirements related to IEP development, provision, and compliance to state and federal regulations.

▪    Assists with the completion of the evaluation process to determine eligibility to ensure that all required components are addressed.

▪    Provides instruction consistent with students’ Individualized Education Plan (IEP) service page, utilizing strategies, methods, and materials appropriate to the learner’s abilities, needs, and learning style.

▪    Maintains all aspects and provision of confidentiality related to (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) FERPA.

▪    Administers appropriate assessments to students to evaluate skill level, progress, and achievement, when necessary or at the direction of the psychologist.

▪    Administers the AzMERIT and/or the Alternate Assessment to students.

▪    Ensure that all required roles per the IDEA and Arizona Revised Statue/Admin. Code are filled at every IEP meeting.

▪    Develop materials and behavioral management strategies which will enable more effective learning.

▪    Develop and revises IEPs for students, as necessary.

▪    Develop and revises Behavior Intervention Plans, as necessary.

▪    Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning appropriately to the maturity and skill level of the students.

▪    Plans and prepares lessons to provide the students with the opportunity to meet and/or exceed standards as outlined by state standards.

▪    Sets and maintains standards of classroom behavior, utilizing a variety of behavior management strategies.

▪    Uses a variety of differentiated instructional techniques consistent with the needs and capabilities of the students.

▪    Guides the learning process, using clearly established goals and objectives to meet students and districts goals and objectives.

▪    Maintains accurate and complete records as required by federal, state and district regulations/requirements.

▪    Coordinates and schedules timely IEP Meetings with appropriate related service providers.

▪    Works with the regular education staff to implement appropriate accommodation and modifications in the regular classroom to allow for student success.

▪    When assigned an instructional assistant, plans and supervises the assignments and activities of that person(s).

▪    Recommends adapted equipment or alternatives, as appropriate, to promote student success in all environments.

▪    Consults with parents, staff, and outside agencies, as appropriate.

▪    Identifies and requests materials, supplies, and equipment to enable implementation of IEP goals and objectives, within specified timelines.

▪    Attends required department and district in-services, and campus meetings.

▪    Modifies the general education curriculum, if appropriate, in conjunction with the general education staff.

▪    Effectively implements the Arizona College and Career Readiness Standards and District curriculum.

▪    Selects appropriate instructional goals based on student need.

▪    Willing to work with students of differing disabilities and instructional needs.

▪    Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness.

▪    Uses a variety of engagement strategies to ensure meaningful learning.

▪    Use a variety of motivational techniques.

▪    Communicates clearly, both verbally and in writing, with all audiences.

▪    Always demonstrates professionalism.

▪    Follows all administrative procedures and policies of the school and district.

▪    Works cooperatively with all staff members.

▪    Performs other duties as assigned or required.

▪    Completes other job related duties as assigned by the supervisor or Director of Exceptional Student Services.

▪    Provides substitute coverage as assigned by the supervisor on an as needed basis.

▪    Demonstrates the ability to work effectively and efficiently under time constraints.

▪    Demonstrates the ability to effectively use technology in the planning, development, and implementation of student IEPs.

▪    Demonstrates the ability to effectively facilitate parent conferences and IEP meetings.

▪    Demonstrates the ability to use data to drive instruction, IEP goal development, and progress monitoring.

▪    Must be detailed-oriented, organized, and self-motivated.

▪    Must have an excellent memory and ability to function well under stress.

▪    Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision and/or assistance.

▪    Must demonstrate flexibility, common sense, and good judgment.

▪    Must have the ability to keep abreast of information pertinent to the job.

▪    Develops and demonstrates the progress of district/department goals. 

▪    Provides purpose and direction for individuals and groups within the schools and/or departments.

▪    Evaluates personnel by district and state policies/timelines.

SKILL, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

SKILLS are required to perform multiple technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job.

KNOWLEDGE is required to read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge is required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job.

ABILITY is required to gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a wide variety of factors. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes. 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 types of job-related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans.  Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is significant. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines & schedules; setting priorities; working as part of a team; and working with constant & sustained interruptions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; climbing and balancing; stooping, kneeling, crouching, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 50% sitting, 25% walking, and 25% standing. 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The working environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This job description is intended to be representative of the work performed by employees in this position and is not all-inclusive.  The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of position responsibilities as defined by the supervisor.  

Non-Discrimination Policy: The Sacaton Elementary School District #18 Governing Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, and disability. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Governing Board does business.

Apply at:  https://www.sacatonschools.org/page/applicants