Special Education Teacher (26/27 School Year)

POSITION TITLE: Special Education Teacher (2627 School Year)
FLSA: Exempt Professional
REPORTS TO: Site Principal/SPED Director

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Highly qualified in special education with the Arizona Department of Education
• Positive interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated team building skills.
• Administrative experience preferred.
• Teaching experience and experience in testing/assessment administration.
• Knowledge of the Special Education process and laws.
• Excellent organizational skills, oral and written skills, time management, and telephone skills.
• Computer skills and knowledge of assistive technology are desired.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Teacher work calendar. Benefits as defined in the teacher's agreement, plus additional stipend.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for supervision of the special education process from screening through identification, IEP development, and assist in providing appropriate identification and placement of students with disabilities.
• Assist in the implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Act, (IDEA) in accordance with district policies and procedures.
• Supervise and coordinate special education programs, policies and diagnostic procedures.
• Organize and ensure completion of all evaluation reports and IEPs.
• Complete reviews of all special education IEP documents, ensuring compliance with District procedure, state, and federal laws; identifies areas of need within the areas of compliance and works to develop and implement programs to address those needs.
• Initiate screening of transfer and new referral records and contacts previous school district to obtain necessary information on new students.
• Perform and monitor evaluation and timelines to ensure appropriate student placement and programming.
• Work with principals, department heads and other team members to facilitate the integration of all students into regular classes as appropriate.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist the Special Eduction team in researching and/or implementing new program components.
• Assist in the preparation of federal, state and local reports on special education.
• Develop, provide and promote regular in-service training to special education instructors regarding special education procedures; assists mainstream classroom teachers with inclusion facilitation.
• Attends meetings and training sessions related to special education as deemed appropriate.
• Maintains confidentiality and non-judgmental views of children and families served.
• Performs any other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Principal or Superintendent.