High School Learning Specialist (1-year position, 2026-27 school year)

Hanover High School is seeking a flexible, organized Learning Specialist who works well in a fast-paced and rigorous educational environment and is comfortable advocating for the hearts, minds, and voices of students through productive collaboration with all members of the special education team (student, parents, teachers, support staff, and school administration). A successful candidate will employ a solid range of evidence-based intervention skills, facility with technology, and creativity to create tailored special education programs for students with educational disabilities. Position begins August 2026, open until filled. This position is governed by theHEA Union Agreement. Salary range for this position is $55,545 to $114,221,depending on education and experience. Please visit theInformation for New Hires pagefordetails about benefits and more.

POSITION TITLE

SPECIAL

EDUCATION TEACHER

Job Description Approved By:

SAU 70

School Board Date:

01/01/2018

General Purpose:

The Special Education Teacher will perform the duties required by NH RSA 186-C and which are all direct result of a students needs for a Individualized Education Program. The Special Education Teacher will work collaboratively with subject area teachers to assist students in learning appropriate curriculum and skills.

Reports to:

Principal;

Director of Special Education Supervises:

N/A POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered essential to this position: Complete comprehensive diagnostic assessments through formal and informal evaluation of those students who have been identified as having a possible educational disability. Serve on a multidisciplinary team for the identification of a student with a suspected educational disability. Collaborate with the students, parents and teachers in planning, writing, and monitoring the studentseducational plan. To be an active participant in the special education process, including completion of all pertinent forms as required by NH RSA 186-C and the New Hampshire Rules for the Education of Children With Disabilities, and attend all meetings. Collaborate with classroom teachers by providing consultation, materials, program development, or program modifications for identified students as needed to fulfill the goals and objectives of the Individual Education Plan. Implements accommodations and modifications as listed on Individual Education Program (IEP), 504 plans, developed at meetings. Understands how students learn and develop and provides opportunities that support their cognitive, linguistic, creative, social, moral, emotional, and physical development. To collaborate with classroom teachers to guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals. Plan lessons that employ a variety of instructional techniques that when implemented, meet the specialized needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved. Maintain maximum supervision of assigned students at all times and encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior. Participates in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, in-service training, faculty meetings) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements. Assess the progress of students using a variety of progress monitoring instruments on a regular basis. Employ a variety of specialized instructional techniques, technology, and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved. Provide the immediate supervisor with a schedule of students serviced and to keep thorough ongoing records for the individual students. Ability to maintain accurate complete and current records as required by law, district policies, and administrative procedures. To assist in the development of the annual budget for special education and to requisition needed supplies for servicing students. To supervise paraprofessionals, if necessary, at least once a week, to include: monitoring of the students progress and behavior, consultation and planning weekly, and reporting to the immediate supervisor important data and appropriate information. Develop an appropriate plan of professional development. Follows District policies, procedures, goals, and approved curriculum for content areas. This job description is not intended to be inclusive, and employees will also perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor(s).

Evaluation:

Evaluation will be based on ability and effectiveness in carrying out the responsibilities of the position as defined. Performance will be reviewed by Administrators in cooperation with the Superintendent and in accordance with School Board policy and the SAU 70 District Professional Educator Evaluation Plan.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Contracted 185 days; exempt

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelors Degree Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of child and adolescent development Knowledge of testing instruments and their application to the academic setting Knowledge of research based instructional interventions Ability to collaborate with professionals, parents, and community Awareness ofapplicable state Rules and Regulations for Special Education

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

NH Certification in General Special Education for Dresden and Hanover School Districts High Qualified status or equivalent

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS

Primary Physical Requirements:

(Not, Rarely, Occasionally, or Frequently Required) 1. Lift up to 10 lbs: Frequently required 2. Lift 11 to 25 lbs: Occasionally required 3. Lift 25 to 50 lbs: Occasionally required 4. Lift over 50 lbs: Occasionally required 5. Carry up to 10 lbs: Frequently required 6. Carry 11 to 25 lbs: Occasionally required 7. Carry 26 to 50 lbs: Occasionally required 8. Carry over 50 lbs: Rarely required 9.

Reach above shoulder height:

Frequently required 10.

Reach at shoulder height:

Frequently required 11.

Reach below shoulder height:

Frequently required 12.

Push/Pull:

Frequently required

Hand Manipulation:

(Not, Rarely, Occasionally, or Frequently Required) 1.

Grasping:

Frequently required 2.

Handling:

Frequently required 3.

Torquing:

Frequently required 4.

Fine Manipulation:

Frequently required 5.

Controls and Equipment:

Computer, telephone, copy and fax machine, and postage meter.

Other Physical Consideration:

(Not, Rarely, Occasionally, or Frequently Required) 1.

Twisting:

Frequently required 2.

Bending:

Frequently required 3.

Crawling:

Occasionally required 4.

Squatting:

Frequently required 5.

Kneeling:

Frequently required 6.

Crouching:

Occasionally required 7.

Climbing:

Rarely required 8.

Balancing:

Rarely required During the Work Day, Employee is Required to: 1.

Sit:

up to 3 consecutive hours 2.

Stand:

up to 3 consecutive hours 3.

Walk:

up to 1 consecutive hour Cognitive and Sensory Requirement(s): 1.

Talking:

Necessary for communicating with others. 2.

Hearing:

Necessary for receiving instructions and inquiries. 3.

Sight:

Necessary for doing job effectively and correctly. 4.

Tasting and Smelling:

Not Required Work Environment:

Inside:

up to 100%

Outside:

up to 20% Work Surface(s): Office Desk, Office Chair Carpeted floor, tile floor

Other Training, Skills and Experience Requirements:

Ability to work with staff, students, parents, and the community

Other Considerations and Requirements:

The physical demands of an employee in a special education teaching role are minimal, but frequent. The employee is frequently required to do some lifting when assisting students or materials. Employee must be able to sit and stand based on student needs. Applicants will be subjected to a criminal background check as required by state law.