Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

RAYTOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT - 3.5

Raytown, MO Job Details Full-time From $44,300 a year 2 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Behavioral standards enforcement in schools Writing skills Basic math Meeting scheduling School legal knowledge Physical development (child development components) Classroom behavior modification Bachelor's degree Curriculum implementation Working with students Lesson planning Computer skills Student needs assessment Full Job Description Teacher - Early Childhood/Special Education Purpose Statement The job of Teacher - Early Childhood/Special Education is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process by serving as a teacher with specific responsibility for developing student's success in early literary language, social and emotional development, fine and gross motor skills, and early mathematics; supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress. This job reports to Principal. Essential Functions Administers first aid and assistance to medically fragile children, under assistance (e.g. e.g. tube feeding, toileting, diapering, etc.) for the purpose of appropriate care for children as assigned. Administers developmental screenings, formal assessments, etc for the purpose of assessing student competency levels, summarizing results, determining eligibility and/or developing IEP's. Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose of providing feedback to parents/guardians and administration. Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, and parents for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan. Develops and implements behavior plans for the purpose of a safe school environment. Develops and maintains accurate, professional, confidential and non-confidential student records for the purpose of documenting student progress and ensuring compliance with district, state and federal requirements. Directs special education instructional assistants, student teachers, volunteers and/or student workers for the purpose of providing an effective classroom program and addressing the needs of individual students. Instructs students for the purpose of improving success in preacademic, interpersonal, and daily living skills. Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment. Monitors and assesses student progress toward objectives, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose of gaining information to provide feedback to students, parents, and administration. Participates in a variety of meetings and district professional workshops for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions. Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. IEP, evaluations, notices, grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress, data collection and meeting mandated requirements. Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and school policies. Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution. Supports and encourages parent involvement through a variety of activities (e.g. Open House, family involvement activities, home visits, conferences, take home lessons, etc.) for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of established curriculum and/or individual student plans.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS are required to perform single, technical 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: applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and 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: appropriate codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; age appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies. ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather and/or collate 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 defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data 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: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience; and working flexible hours.

Responsibility Responsibilities include:

working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; utilization of resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization's services. Work Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

Experience:

Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.

Education:

Bachelors degree in job-related area.

Equivalency:

Certificates and Licenses Early Childhood Education Special Education Certificate Early Childhood Education Certificate Continuing Educ. /

Training:

Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses Continuing Education Requirements Clearances Criminal Background Clearance •If interested in this position, apply online @ www.raytownschools.org•

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $44,300.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Job Related :

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Early Childhood Education Special Education Certificate (Preferred) Early Childhood Education Certificate (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person